suzerain

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˈs(j)uz(ə)rən/ or /ˈs(j)uzəˌreɪ̯n/
• Hyphenation: su‧ze‧rain, suz‧erain

Noun

Singular suzerain

Plural suzerains

1. A dominant nation or state which has at least some control over the subordinate state.
2. A feudal overlord.