What is another word for Stadtholder?

Pronunciation: [stˈadthə͡ʊldə] (IPA)

Stadtholder, a word that originated in Dutch, refers to a historical position in the Netherlands that was appointed as a representative of the Dutch monarchy. However, there are a few alternative terms that can be used as synonyms for this position. One such term is "governor," who similarly serves as a representative of a sovereign in a specific region or state. Another synonym is "constable," who is responsible for maintaining law and order in a specific area. Lastly, the word "regent" can also be used as a synonym for stadtholder, referring to a person who governs on behalf of a monarch during a period of absence or incapacity.

What are the hypernyms for Stadtholder?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Stadtholder

The varieties he uses are Henderson's Snowball, Early Erfurt, Stadtholder and Lenormand.
"The Cauliflower"
A. A. Crozier
The Stadtholder appears to be a good sort, but hardly equal to Autumn Giant and some others which protect the head better, and which have now largely displaced it in cultivation.
"The Cauliflower"
A. A. Crozier
M. d'Afri introduced me to the mother of the Stadtholder, who was only twelve, and whom I thought too grave for his years.
"The Memoires of Casanova, Complete The Rare Unabridged London Edition Of 1894, plus An Unpublished Chapter of History, By Arthur Symons"
Jacques Casanova de Seingalt

Related words: history of the stadtholder in the netherlands, stadtholder of the netherlands, netherlands stadtholder, netherlands history

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