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Meaning of the word pharaoh in English

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pharaoh

US /ˈfer.oʊ/
UK /ˈfeə.rəʊ/
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Noun

a ruler in ancient Egypt

Example:
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The ancient Egyptians revered their pharaohs as divine.
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Many pyramids were built as tombs for pharaohs.
Synonym:
king ruler emperor monarch sovereign
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