English

principal

ˈprɪnsəp(ə)l, ˈprɪn.sə.pəl, ˈpɹɪnsəpəl, ˈpɹɪnsəp̬əl, ˈpɹɪnsɪpəl, ˈpɹɪnsɪp̬əl
Meaning: the head of a school or educational institution; an original sum of money invested or lent
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: ˈprɪn.sə.pəl, ˈpɹɪnsəpəl, ˈpɹɪnsəp̬əl, ˈpɹɪnsɪpəl, ˈpɹɪnsɪp̬əl

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Example sentences

The school principal welcomed the new students during the assembly.
The school principal welcomed the new students during the assembly.
The principal decided to suspend the student for three days.
The principal decided to suspend the student for three days.
The student's persistent disobedience led to a meeting with the principal.
The student's persistent disobedience led to a meeting with the principal.

Usage Notes

In education, it refers to the person with the highest authority in a school. In finance, it refers to the original amount of money borrowed or invested, separate from interest.

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