plural noun
Elected leaders who direct the government of U.S. states.
The governors of neighboring states held a meeting.
The governors made an important decision about taxes.
American English
How to pronounce governors
nounB2Common word
GUHvernerz
/ˈgə.vɚ.nɚz/
3 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
Form of governor
Elected leaders who direct the government of U.S. states.
Practice out loudMeanings & examples
plural noun
Devices in machines that keep speed or pressure at a safe level.
The engine governors limit the machines' speed.
Several governors keep the machines from running too fast.
Useful expressions
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.