Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

reitor

noun

/reɪˈtɔːr/

Definition

a title for the principal or head of certain educational institutions, particularly universities, primarily in Portugal and Brazil.

Examples

The reitor of the university announced the new scholarship program.
As reitor, she implemented several reforms to improve educational quality.
He served as the reitor for over a decade, during which the college expanded significantly.

Meaning

The term refers to an individual who is the highest-ranking official or administrator in a university, responsible for overseeing its operations and representing it in external affairs.