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praefectus

praefectus

9.9
A civil official who governs a region or office in ancient Rome
  • noun
  • /ˈprɛfɛktəs/
  • Archaic
translation icon : prefecto
  • The newly appointed praefectus introduced reforms to improve local administration.

Examples

  • In ancient Rome, a praefectus often held significant authority over military and civil matters.

  • The praefectus of the province was responsible for maintaining order and collecting taxes.

  • The praefectus managed the local grain supply.

  • In ancient Rome, a praefectus had significant authority.

  • The praefectus ensured the efficient management of the province's resources and public services.

  • As praefectus of the local government, he implemented new policies to improve community welfare.

  • In ancient Rome, a praefectus had the authority to enforce laws and oversee administrative tasks.

Synonyms

magister
vspraefectus
  • Literature
4 9.9

A top official who commands or manages in ancient institutions

refers to an official who governs a region or department directly

Surface Forms

praefectus singular
praefecti plural

Etymology

Praefectus comes from the Latin verb praeficere, made of prae- 'before' and facere 'to put', so it originally meant someone 'placed in front' to lead. Think of a school prefect put ahead of others to manage things; that's why a praefectus is a civil official who governs a region.