noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A joint ruler, that is, a joint regent in a now-rare sense of that word. usually
2. 2
   A joint regent, that is, a joint substitute ruler for a ruler who cannot act.

Etymology

From co- + regent.

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