triumvir
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A member of a group of three people who share power in government, for example in ancient Rome
- noun
- /ˈtraɪəmˌvɪr/
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triunviro
- Triumvir Marcus Antonius
- Marcus Antonius, Roman triumvir
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The first of Caesar's heroes is Publius Licinius Crassus, the son of the famous triumvir Marcus Licinius Crassus.
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The Triumvirs of Rome were known for their ambitious political maneuvers.
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As a Triumvir, he held significant power in the governance of the city.
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During ancient times, a Triumvir was an influential figure in political decisions.
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Etymology
Triumvir comes from Latin parts tri- meaning 'three' and vir meaning 'man'. So a triumvir was one of three men who shared power, like a ruling trio.