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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