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Word: regency (lookup usage) (lookup stats)


Meaning:

Noun:

  • A system of government that substitutes for the reign of a king or queen when that king or queen becomes unable to rule.
  • The time during which a regent is in power.

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Proper noun:

  • UK the historical period in the King George IV ruled as Prince Regent.

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