noun

headmaster

principal

The headmaster gave a speech at the assembly.

The principal gave a speech at the assembly.

((the/a)) headmaster a male head teacher of a school The headmaster is new to the school.

Synonyms: principal, headteacher

From 'head' (leader) and 'master' (teacher). The head or chief male teacher of a school. In the US, 'principal' is more common.

Think of the 'head' of the school who is a 'master' teacher. This term is more common in British English and refers to a man.

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