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oligarch

Pronunciation: /ˈɒlɪgɑːk/

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Definition of oligarch

noun

  • 1a ruler in an oligarchy.
  • 2(especially in Russia) a very rich businessman with a great deal of political influence.

Origin:

late 19th century: from Greek oligarkhēs, from oligoi 'few' + arkhein 'to rule'

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