Eparch
[epɑ:k]
Definition
(noun.) the governor or prefect of an eparchy in ancient Greece.
(noun.) a bishop or metropolitan in charge of an eparchy in the Eastern Church.
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Definition
(n.) In ancient Greece, the governor or perfect of a province; in modern Greece, the ruler of an eparchy.
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Definition
n. the governor of a Greek province.—n. Ep′archy the province or territory ruled over by an eparch.
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Examples
- But tell me, uncle, what is the difference between a Demarch and an Eparch? Fergus Hume. The Island of Fantasy.
- In twenty-four hours, I have no doubt, the Eparch will give you plenty of men; and it will not take a very long time for a steamer to reach here. Fergus Hume. The Island of Fantasy.
- Well, really, I quite forget; but the Eparch of Santorin rules over Amorgos, Anapli, Santorin, and Ios. Fergus Hume. The Island of Fantasy.
- But surely in an urgent case like this the Eparch will send you help at once. Fergus Hume. The Island of Fantasy.
- And what islands does the Eparch of Syra rule over? Fergus Hume. The Island of Fantasy.
- Suppose I go to Syra, and get the Eparch there to send you re-enforcements? Fergus Hume. The Island of Fantasy.
- My revolver, cartridges, cloak, a satchel filled with food, your letter to the Eparch. Fergus Hume. The Island of Fantasy.
Editor: Xenia