alcade
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/ælˈkeɪd/
chief magistrate
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alcade' originates from Spanish, specifically the word 'alcalde', where 'al-' is an Arabic definite article and 'qāḍī' meant 'judge'.
Historical Evolution
'alcalde' transformed into the English word 'alcade' through adaptation from Spanish.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'judge', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'mayor or chief magistrate'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a mayor or chief magistrate in a Spanish town.
The alcade presided over the town's annual festival.
Synonyms
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