Prefect (Noun)
Meaning
A chief officer or chief magistrate; "the prefect of Paris police".
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The prefect of Paris was renowned for her uncompromising approach to policing.
- After completing law school, he rose quickly through the ranks to become the prefect of his department.
- In ancient Rome, the prefect was the chief officer responsible for maintaining law and order.
- She was recently appointed as the prefect of the city's police department, a position that comes with significant responsibility.
- As the prefect of the police, he was tasked with overseeing the security arrangements for the upcoming festival.