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Proconsulate
Definition
A proconsulate refers to the office or period of rule of a proconsul, who is a governor or military commander appointed to a province or territory. The term is often associated with ancient Rome.
Part of Speech
Noun
Senses and Usages
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Sense: Ancient Rome
During the period of ancient Rome, a proconsulate denoted the authority and jurisdiction of a proconsul over a specific province or territory.
Example Sentence: The proconsulate of Gaul was a crucial position in the Roman Empire.
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Roman Empire Books
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Sense: Modern Usage
In modern usage, the term proconsulate can be metaphorically employed to describe a governing or authoritative position, similar to a proconsul in ancient Rome.
Example Sentence: His successful tenure as the CEO of the company earned him a reputation as a proconsulate of the business world.
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Leadership Books,
Business Management Books
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