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Suzerainity

Definition:

Suzerainity refers to the state or condition of being a suzerain, which is a political relationship between two unequal polities, in which one entity, known as the suzerain, controls the foreign policy and some aspects of internal governance of another, known as the vassal state.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

1. The position or relationship of a suzerain.

Usage:

1. The suzerainity of the powerful empire allowed it to exert control over several vassal states.

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