provost

n. a very senior official at a university who is in charge of academic matters.

n. the senior academic officer of a university or college, responsible for the institution's educational policies and faculty affairs.

“The provost announced new funding for research during the faculty meeting.”

“As the university's chief academic officer, the provost oversaw the tenure review process and the allocation of departmental budgets.”

Formal

n. the head of a local government in a Scottish town or city, similar to a mayor.

n. the head of a municipal corporation or council in Scotland, equivalent to the office of mayor in England and Wales.

“The Provost of Edinburgh attended the opening of the new community centre.”

“The Lord Provost presided over the council session, representing the city in its official civic capacity during the royal visit.”

British English · Formal

n. a high-ranking priest who is the head of a cathedral or a specific church group.

n. a high-ranking Christian cleric, specifically the head of a cathedral chapter in certain denominations or the head of a religious community.

“The provost led the special service at the cathedral on Sunday morning.”

“The provost was responsible for the spiritual leadership and administrative oversight of the cathedral's daily operations.”

Formal

n. a military officer who is in charge of the military police.

n. an officer appointed to supervise the military police of a camp, garrison, or army in the field.

“The provost marshal was responsible for maintaining discipline among the troops.”

“The provost marshal's office coordinated with local authorities to ensure the security of the military installation's perimeter.”

Technical · Formal