Regents Meaning in English
word · lemma: regent
परिभाषा
Regents are members of a governing body, especially one that oversees a university or rules on behalf of a monarch when the king or queen is unable to rule.
उपयोग और बारीकियां
Often used for university boards in the US ('board of regents'). In history, 'regents' ruled for monarchs too young or unable to rule. In educational contexts, refers to administrators; in monarchy, to temporary rulers.
उदाहरण वाक्य
The regents control the university’s budget.
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The prince’s mother and uncle were regents until he turned eighteen.
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The board of regents meets twice a year.
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After the king fell ill, the council appointed three regents to rule.
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Many universities in the US are overseen by regents rather than presidents alone.
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The decision of the regents changed the future of the college.
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