governor
(noun)
noun
1. the head of a state government
Definition categories: person, politician
2. a control that maintains a steady speed in a machine (as by controlling the supply of fuel)
Similar word(s): regulator
Definition categories: man–made, control, controller
Sentences with governor as a noun:
- The seven members of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System are nominated by the President and confirmed by the Senate. Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, www.federalreserve.gov (November 6, 2009)