boroughreeve

English

Alternative forms

Etymology

From Middle English burhreve, from Old English burhġerēfa (“the governor of a town or city”), equivalent to borough +‎ reeve. Compare sheriff.

Noun

boroughreeve (plural boroughreeves)

  1. (historical) The governor of a town or city, especially for fiscal purposes.
  2. A chief municipal officer; a portreeve or mayor.
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