Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shogun
noun
/ˈʃəʊɡən/
Definition
A military leader in Japan who was the supreme commander of the samurai and had significant power over the country, often ruling on behalf of the emperor.
Examples
- The shogun governed Japan for centuries, establishing a complex feudal system.
- Many samurai served under a shogun, pledging loyalty and military service.
- The word ‘shogun’ is derived from a title meaning ‘general’.
Meaning
The term ‘shogun’ implies a ruler with military authority, often seen as the most powerful figure in Japanese history during the feudal period.
Synonyms
- military leader
- general
- commander
