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satrap
[ sey-trap, sa- ]
noun
- a governor of a province under the ancient Persian monarchy.
- a subordinate ruler, often a despotic one.
satrap
/ ˈsætrəp /
noun
- (in ancient Persia) a provincial governor
- a subordinate ruler, esp a despotic one
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Word History and Origins
Origin of satrap1
1350–1400; Middle English < Latin satrapa < Greek satrápēs < Old Persian khshathra-pāvan- country-protector
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Word History and Origins
Origin of satrap1
C14: from Latin satrapa, from Greek satrapēs, from Old Persian khshathrapāvan, literally: protector of the land
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Example Sentences
Having espoused the party of the Persians, Pixodarus sent for a satrap to share the kingdom with him.
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It is said that Mithropastes, the son of Arsites, satrap of Phrygia, pointed out these things to them.
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He therefore divided it into satrapies, or provinces, each of which was under the care of a satrap, or governor.
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The "stubborn Satrap" is throughout described as a liar, and every bad motive imputed to him.
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The satrap bowed and left the room with a look betraying irritation and defiance.
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