Meaning of the word satrap in English
What does satrap mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
satrap
US /ˈsæt.ræp/
UK /ˈsæt.ræp/
Noun
1.
a provincial governor in the ancient Persian empire
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The satrap was responsible for collecting taxes and maintaining order in his province.
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Darius appointed satraps to govern the vast territories of his empire.
2.
a subordinate ruler, often a despotic or ostentatious one
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The local mayor acted like a petty satrap, controlling every aspect of the town.
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Critics accused the regional leader of being a modern-day satrap, wielding absolute power.