lieutenant governor
A 'lieutenant governor' is a key official who acts as a deputy to the governor, with roles varying between the United States and Canada.
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Definition
B2United States
(government, formal)An elected official who serves as the deputy to the state governor, often taking over duties in the governor's absence.
Example
- The lieutenant governor presided over the state senate session in the governor's absence.
- If the governor is unable to perform their duties, the lieutenant governor steps in.
B2Canada
(government, formal)An appointed official who represents the British monarch in a province, performing ceremonial duties and ensuring governmental continuity.
Example
- The lieutenant governor attended the opening of the new legislative session.
- As the representative of the Crown, the lieutenant governor plays a key role in provincial ceremonies.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "lieutenant governor":
first lieutenantlieutenant generallieutenant colonelvice presidentsecond lieutenantlieutenant junior gradegovernor general