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governor general

The correct spelling is governor general.

How to pronounce governor general

/ˈɡɐv(ɘ)nɘ ˌdʒenɹɘl/
noun

IPA: /ˈɡɐv(ɘ)nɘ ˌdʒenɹɘl/

Say it like: Gov-ern-or -jen-era-l

The correct spelling is governor general. An official appointed by the reigning British monarch to govern a Commonwealth realm as the monarch's representative. For example: "1922, Philippines Gobernador-General, Report of the Governor General of the Philippine Islands to the Secretary of War."

Usage Examples

1922, Philippines Gobernador-General, Report of the Governor General of the Philippine Islands to the Secretary of War.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.An official appointed by the reigning British monarch to govern a Commonwealth realm as the monarch's representative.
  2. 2.An official in a similar position in other countries.

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