Headmaster
(noun)
The person in charge of a school, particularly a primary or secondary school.
Origin:
The word 'headmaster' comes from the middle english word 'hedemaster', which is a compound of 'head' and 'master' meaning the master or head of a school.
Examples:
- The headmaster of the school was known for his strict but fair discipline.
- I was impressed by the headmaster's speech, he was very inspiring.
- The headmaster's office was the first place we went after entering the school.
- The headmaster announced that the school would be closed tomorrow due to inclement weather.
- The headmaster was a respected member of the community, known for his dedication to education.