Suzerain

Origin

From French suzerain, based on sus ("up, above") (< Latin sursum) with the ending of souverain (English sovereign).

Full definition of suzerain

Noun

1. A dominant nation or state which has control over the international affairs of a subservient state which has domestic autonomy.
2. A feudal land-owner to whom peasants were forced to pledge allegiance.

Derived terms

• suzerainty

Adjective

1. Pertaining to suzerain

Anagrams

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