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noun

IPA: /ˈs(j)uz(ə)ɹən/

Say it like: Suz-era-yn

The correct spelling is suzerain. A dominant nation or state that has control over the international affairs of a subservient state which otherwise has domestic autonomy.

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noun

  1. 1.A dominant nation or state that has control over the international affairs of a subservient state which otherwise has domestic autonomy.
  2. 2.A feudal landowner to whom vassals were forced to pledge allegiance.

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