mayoral
UK: /meɪˈɔːrəl/ | US: /ˈmeɪərəl/
adj. relating to or characteristic of a mayor
adj. pertaining to the office or duties of a mayor
The word "mayoral" combines "mayor," derived from Old French "maire" (meaning "head of a city"), which itself traces back to Latin "maior" (comparative of "magnus," meaning "greater"). The suffix "-al," from Latin "-alis," forms adjectives indicating relation. Thus, "mayoral" literally means "related to a mayor," reflecting the authority and scope of the role.
The mayoral election drew record turnout this year.
She wore a mayoral sash during the inauguration ceremony.
His mayoral duties included overseeing city budgets.
The mayoral candidate promised to improve public transportation.
A mayoral decree established the new park regulations.