podesta

The chief magistrate in any of the republics of medieval Italy.

One of certain magistrates in Italy

In many Italian cities, a subordinate municipal judge.

One of the chief magistrates of the Italian republics in the Middle Ages.

A mayor, alderman, or other magistrate, in some towns of Italy.

One of the chief magistrates of the Italian republics in the Middle Ages.

A mayor, alderman, or other magistrate, in some towns of Italy.