1. An official who supervises a harbor or port and enforces regulations regarding ships, cargo, and maritime safety.
Usage: British spelling; American English typically uses 'harbormaster'; Maritime/nautical term

Examples

• The harbourmaster inspected the vessel before it was allowed to dock.
• She worked as a harbourmaster for over twenty years, managing all port operations.
• The harbourmaster issued new safety regulations for all ships entering the harbor.
• Complaints about mooring fees were directed to the harbourmaster's office.
• The harbourmaster coordinated with customs officials to process incoming cargo.