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alcaide
nounmasculineformaluncommon/ɐɫˈkajdɨ/al·cai·de
Definition
1Former title given to the governor or military commander of a fortress, castle, or town; currently, in Portugal, it designates the mayor in some municipalities.
Usage examples
“The alcaide of the castle was responsible for its defense.”
“The alcaide of Elvas presided over the council session.”