toparch
/ (ˈtɒpɑːk) /
noun
the ruler of a small state or realm
Origin of toparch
1C17: from Greek toparchēs, from topos a place + -arch
Derived forms of toparch
- toparchy, noun
Words Nearby toparch
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How to use toparch in a sentence
He was doubtful whether Mr. Edmund de Valera would consent to be a toparch under Danish suzerainty.
There was a certain Augarus in early times, toparch of Edessa (for thus the kings of the different nations were called then).
History of the Wars, Books I and II (of 8) | ProcopiusSabina's was also put back by the side of her husband's and the toparch went home satisfied.
The Emperor, Complete | Georg Ebers
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