English Explanatory Dictionary

interrex

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An official in Ancient Rome who acted as single head of state during the interregnum between two consulates.
  2. An equivalent regent from the death of a Polish king till the election and enthronement of his successor.
  3. A similar interim ruler, CEO, etc.

Word forms

interrex interrexes interreges

Etymology

From Latin inter- (“between”) + rex (“king”).

Related words

interregnum rex sacrorum
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