Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hetmanate
noun
/ˈhɛtmənate/
Definition
A historical term referring to the government or leadership system of the Cossacks in Ukraine, where a hetman (a military leader) exercised authority.
Examples
- The hetmanate of Ukraine played a significant role in the region’s history.
- During the 17th century, the Cossack hetmanate was a powerful entity.
Meaning
The hetmanate represents a form of self-governed military leadership in the Cossack communities, notably during the 16th to 18th centuries.
Synonyms
- government
- leadership
- authority
