American English
/ˈgə.vɚ.nɚ/
3 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
the elected leader of a U.S. state, who heads the state government
Practice out loudthe elected leader of a U.S. state, who heads the state government
The governor signed the new budget.
Voters will choose a governor in November.
state governor · elected governor · governor's office · governor's mansion
the governor of + state
serve as governor of + state
a device in a machine that keeps its speed or pressure at a safe level
The engine's governor limits its speed.
A governor keeps the machine from running too fast.
engine governor · speed governor
a governor on + machine
the governor controls + speed or pressure
a person who has been elected governor but has not started the job yet
The governor-elect will take office in January.
the governor and the people who work for the governor
The governor's office released a statement.
the official home of a state governor
The governor hosted dinner at the governor's mansion.