regent

Definition

One who rules in place of the monarch, especially because the monarch is too young, absent, or disabled.

Etymology

From Middle English regent, from Anglo-Norman regent, Middle French regent, and their source, Latin regēns (“ruling; ruler, governor, prince”), present participle of regō (“I govern, I steer”).

Example Sentences

• "This perception, however, does no justice to the regents of the city of Amsterdam."

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