Meaning Of The Word Viceroy

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viceroy
countable noun: In former times, a viceroy was the person who ruled a colony on behalf of his king, queen, or government.

viceroy in American English
a person ruling a country, province, or colony as the deputy of a sovereign
noun: a person appointed to rule a country or province as the deputy of the sovereign

viceroy in British English
noun: a governor of a colony, country, or province who acts for and rules in the name of his or her sovereign or government

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