toparch

British

/ ˈtɒpɑːk /

noun

the ruler of a small state or realm

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Other Word Forms

toparchy noun

Etymology

Origin of toparch

C17: from Greek toparchēs, from topos a place + _-arch

Example Sentences

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He was doubtful whether Mr. Edmund de Valera would consent to be a toparch under Danish suzerainty.

From Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 158, 1920-05-12 by Seaman, Owen, Sir

Each district was deemed the common property of the entire sept; but the distribution of the several shares was entrusted to the toparch....

From The Fundamental Principles of Old and New World Civilizations by Nuttall, Zelia

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