Meaning of the word dictator in English

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dictator

US /ˈdɪk.teɪ.t̬ɚ/
UK /ˈdɪk.teɪ.t̬ɚ/
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Noun

1.

a ruler with total power over a country, typically one who has obtained power by force

Example:
The country was ruled by a ruthless dictator for decades.
The people rose up against the oppressive dictator.
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