SUZERAINTY

suzerainty

(noun) the domain of a suzerain

suzerainty

(noun) the position or authority of a suzerain; “under the suzerainty of...”

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

suzerainty (countable and uncountable, plural suzerainties)

A relation between states in which a subservient nation has its own government, but is unable to take international action independent of the superior state; a similar relationship between other entities.

The status or power of a suzerain.

Source: Wiktionary


Su"ze*rain*ty, n. Etym: [F. suzeraineté.]

Definition: The dominion or authority of a suzerain; paramount authority.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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