principal

Definition

• n. the original amount of a debt on which interest is calculated
• n. the educator who has executive authority for a school
• n. capital as contrasted with the income derived from it
• n. (criminal law) any person involved in a criminal offense, regardless of whether the person profits from such involvement

Word forms

Plural

principals

Example sentences

1. n.

   The principal of the school announced the new policies during the assembly.

2. a.

   The principal reason for the meeting is to discuss the upcoming project.