The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word SATRAP
I've seen this crossword clue in The Guardian
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More clues leading to the result SATRAP
- Old head has a gin, say, after school
- Bit like regressive old governor
- Governor didn’t stand up to censure
- Old provincial governor finally senses an ambush
- Regions suffering setback with introduction of a tyrant
- Band seizing a governor
- Ruler and predecessor of Sun King, one with power
- Governor took place in parliament, talking rhythmically
- Belt worn by a Persian governor
- Governer wants Gin and It first of all
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The straight part
We know that "Governor" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case governor = satrap.The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does SATRAP mean?
SATRAP noun- A governor of a Persian province.
- A subordinate ruler.