Alcalde Alcalde

Alcalde - Definition

Alcalde is the Spanish title of the chief administrator of a town. An alcalde's duties usually include both judicial and administrative functions. The title derives from the Arabic al-qadi, meaning "the judge".

See also: Alcalde, New Mexico

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