amphodarch
|am-pho-darch|
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/ˈæmfəˌdɑrk/
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/ˈæmfəˌdɑːk/
regional leader
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amphodarch' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'amphodarchēs,' where 'ampho-' meant 'both' and 'archēs' meant 'ruler.'
Historical Evolution
'amphodarchēs' transformed into the Latin word 'amphodarchus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'amphodarch.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'ruler of both sides,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'leader or chief of a district or region.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a leader or chief of a district or region.
The amphodarch was responsible for maintaining order in the region.
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Last updated: 2025/07/23 08:21