Definition of Regent
someone who is selected to control a country due to the king’s lack of ability based on his young age or not having the ability to do so
Examples of Regent in a sentence
Even though the king turned eighteen, he still referred to the regent in establishing laws for his country. 🔊
After Henry VI became king when he was less than a year old, the British monarchy chose the regent to make the country’s decisions. 🔊
When King Richard went to fight in the Crusades, the regent was appointed by officials to rule England. 🔊
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