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rector

rec.tor \'rek-t*r\ \-t(*-)r*t\ \rek-'to-r-e--*l, -'to.r-\ n [L, fr. rectus, 
   pp. of regere to direct - more at RIGHT] 1: one that directs : LEADER  2a: 
   a clergyman (as of the Protestant Episcopal Church) in charge of a pari sh; 
   specif : an incumbent of an Anglican benefice in full possession of its 
   rights 2b: a Roman Catholic priest directing a church with no pastor or one 
   whose  pastor has other duties 3: the head of a university or school  - 
   rec.tor.ate n