Associations to the word «Suzerain»

Wiktionary

SUZERAIN, noun. A dominant nation or state which has control over the international affairs of a subservient state which has domestic autonomy.
SUZERAIN, noun. A feudal landowner to whom vassals were forced to pledge allegiance.
SUZERAIN, adjective. Pertaining to a suzerain.

Dictionary definition

SUZERAIN, noun. A state exercising a degree of dominion over a dependent state especially in its foreign affairs.

Wise words

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