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Regent
01
a person appointed to govern a state, province, or colony as the representative of a monarch in the monarch's absence, minority, or incapacity
Examples
Queen Elizabeth I appointed a regent to govern England in her absence during her travels.
The regent ruled the kingdom with wisdom and diligence while the king recovered from illness.
02
a member of a governing body, such as a board of trustees or directors, with the authority to act on behalf of the organization in certain matters
Examples
The university 's regents convened to discuss the budget for the upcoming academic year.
The regents voted unanimously to approve the construction of a new research facility on campus.
regent
01
acting or functioning as a regent or ruler
