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Govenor

Noun

1. A person who holds the office of governor in a state or a country.

Example sentence: The govenor of California announced new restrictions to combat the pandemic.

Noun

2. A device or mechanism that regulates, controls, or guides the operation of a system.

Example sentence: The govenor on the steam engine ensures a consistent and safe speed.

Noun

3. A person appointed or elected to serve on the governing board of an organization or institution.

Example sentence: John was elected as the govenor of the local school board.

Verb

1. Present participle: govening
Present tense: govens
Past tense: govened
Past participle: govened

1. To supervise, control, or manage something.

Example sentence: The project manager must goven the progress of the team to ensure timely completion.