English Explanatory Dictionary

tributary state

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A state that is subject to another and has to pay regular tribute to the latter as a token of submission.

Word forms

tributary state tributary states

Related words

vassal state protectorate colony dependency garrison state
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