governor general

Meanings

• noun

  The representative of the monarch in a Commonwealth realm, typically the head of state of a country that has gained independence but remains part of the British Commonwealth.

  - "The Governor-General of New Zealand is the representative of the British monarch in that country."
  - "The Governor-General of Canada is the ceremonial head of state of Canada."

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Pronunciation

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Synonyms

G-G , G. G. , G.-G. , G.G. , GG

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Rhymes

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jubilee , rebel , felicity , velocity

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Variants

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governor-general , governor-generals , governors-general

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Etymology

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The term 'Governor-General' originated in the 16th century, derived from the Latin 'gubernare' meaning 'to steer or govern' and the French 'général' meaning 'general'.

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Trivia

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1. The first Governor-General of India was Lord Mountbatten, who oversaw India's transition to independence in 1947.

2. The longest-serving Governor-General was Sir John A. Macdonald of Canada, who served for a total of 19 years between 1867 and 1891.

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1. Head of State: The Governor-General is the ceremonial head of state in Commonwealth realms, representing the monarch.

2. Commonwealth Realm: A Commonwealth realm is a country that is part of the British Commonwealth, with the monarch as its symbolic head of state.

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Culture

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The Governor-General plays a largely ceremonial role in Commonwealth realms, but may also have some executive powers, such as the power to dissolve parliament. They are often involved in the opening and proroguing of parliament, and may grant pardons and appointments.

How to Memorize "governor general"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a boat being steered by a general, representing the meaning of 'Governor-General'.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term 'Governor-General' with the idea of a representative of the monarch in a Commonwealth realm.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Governor-General: A Representative Steering a Realm' to remember the meaning of the term.

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