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regent Definition and Meaning in English (regent definition)

noun
Synonyms:viceroygovernoradministrator
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Regent definition: A person appointed to administer a country because the monarch is a minor, is absent, or is incapacitated.

Definitions of Regent

  1. 1noun

    A person appointed to administer a country because the monarch is a minor, is absent, or is incapacitated.

Example Sentences

formal

“During the king's illness, his brother served as regent.”

formal

“The queen mother acted as regent for her young son.”

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Regent definition: A person appointed to administer a country because the monarch is a minor, is absent, or is incapacitated.
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'Regent' translates to 'regent' in English. Regent definition: A person appointed to administer a country because the monarch is a minor, is absent, or is incapacitated.
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