Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hospodar
Noun
/ˈhɒspədɑːr/
Definition
A term used historically to refer to a ruler or lord in some Eastern European countries, particularly in Romania and Moldova.
Examples
- The hospodar of the region enacted new laws to support his people.
- In the past, the hospodar held considerable sway over local affairs in the principalities.
Meaning
Historically, it denotes a prince or a nobleman, often the governor of a province or a landowner with significant power and influence.
Synonyms
- Lord
- Prince
- Noble
- Ruler
