interrex

(in-ter-rex) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. a temporary ruler in ancient Rome during a vacancy in the kingship.

The senate appointed an interrex until a new consul could be elected.

An interrex was needed after the king died.

temporary ruler; regent

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