tyrant

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From Old French tyrant (French tyran) < Latin tyrannus < Ancient Greek τύραννος (turannos), lord, master, sovereign, tyrrant).

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  • IPA: /ˈtaɪɹənt/

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Singular
tyrant

Plural
tyrants

tyrant (plural tyrants)

  1. An absolute ruler who governs without restriction.
  2. A harsh and cruel ruler.
  3. An oppressive, cruel and harsh person.

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