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Definition of Monarchy
1. Noun. An autocracy governed by a monarch who usually inherits the authority.
Specialized synonyms: Parliamentary Monarchy, Kingdom, Empire
Derivative terms: Monarchal, Monarchic, Monarchical
Definition of Monarchy
1. n. A state or government in which the supreme power is lodged in the hands of a monarch.
Definition of Monarchy
1. rule by a monarch [n -CHIES]
Medical Definition of Monarchy
1. Origin: F. Monarchie, L. Monarchia, Gr. See Monarch. 1. A state or government in which the supreme power is lodged in the hands of a monarch. 2. A system of government in which the chief ruler is a monarch. "In those days he had affected zeal for monarchy." (Macaulay) 3. The territory ruled over by a monarch; a kingdom. "What scourage for perjury Can this dark monarchy afford false Clarence." (Shak) Fifth monarchy, a universal monarchy, supposed to be the subject of prophecy in Daniel II.; the four preceding monarchies being Assyrian, Persian, Grecian, and Roman. See Fifth Monarchy men, under Fifth. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Monarchy
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