English Explanatory Dictionary

power behind the throne

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

Someone who appears to be without special status, but who has great covert influence on a person in authority.

Pronunciation

En-au-power behind the throne.ogg

Word forms

power behind the throne powers behind the throne powers behind thrones

Related words

éminence grise power broker powers that be deep state

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