중세 이탈리아 도시 국가의 최고 행정관 또는 사법관.
A high-ranking official or chief magistrate in many Italian cities during the Middle Ages.
예문:
"The podesta was often chosen from another city to ensure impartiality in local disputes."
"During the 13th century, the power of the podesta began to decline as local signori rose to prominence."
이탈리아 파시스트 정권하에서 중앙 정부가 임명한 시장.
A mayor appointed by the central government under the Italian Fascist regime between 1926 and 1943.
예문:
"Under Mussolini's rule, the elected mayors were replaced by an appointed podesta."
"The podesta held both executive and legislative powers within the municipality during the Fascist era."