dean

(noun) an administrator in charge of a division of a university or college.

(noun) United States film actor whose moody rebellious roles made him a cult figure (1931-1955). Synonyms: Dean, James Dean, James Byron Dean.

(noun) a man who is the senior member of a group. Synonyms: doyen. Example: "He is the dean of foreign correspondents."

(noun) (Roman Catholic Church) the head of the College of Cardinals.