gastaldo

/ɡaʃˈtaldo/

Definitions

1. noun

In medieval Italy, a gastaldo was a governor or administrator of a town or city.

“The gastaldo of the city was responsible for maintaining law and order.”

2. noun

A gastaldo can also refer to a steward or majordomo in a noble household.

“The gastaldo managed the daily operations of the noble family’s estate.”

Synonyms

  • administrator
  • governor
  • majordomo
  • steward

Antonyms

  • freeman
  • mayor