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tanist

Syllabification: (tan·ist)
Pronunciation: /ˈtanist, ˈTHô-/

Definition of tanist

noun

  • the heir apparent to a Celtic chief, typically the most vigorous adult of his kin, elected during the chief’s lifetime.

Derivatives

tanistry

Pronunciation: /-istrē/

noun

Origin:

mid 16th century: from Irish and Scottish Gaelic tánaiste, literally 'second in excellence'

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