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squirearchy

Pronunciation: /ˈskwʌɪəˌrɑːki/

Definition of squirearchy

noun (plural squirearchies)

  • landowners collectively, especially when considered as a class having political or social influence.

Origin:

late 18th century: from squire, on the pattern of words such as hierarchy

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