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satrap

[ sey-trap, sa- ]

noun

  1. a governor of a province under the ancient Persian monarchy.
  2. a subordinate ruler, often a despotic one.


satrap

/ ˈsætrəp /

noun

  1. (in ancient Persia) a provincial governor
  2. a subordinate ruler, esp a despotic one
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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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.

It is said that Mithropastes, the son of Arsites, satrap of Phrygia, pointed out these things to them.

He therefore divided it into satrapies, or provinces, each of which was under the care of a satrap, or governor.

The "stubborn Satrap" is throughout described as a liar, and every bad motive imputed to him.

The satrap bowed and left the room with a look betraying irritation and defiance.

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