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dictatorship

dic·ta·tor·ship [ dik táytər shìp ] (plural dic·ta·tor·ships)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. dictator's power or rule: a dictator's power or authority, or the period of time during which a dictator rules

2. government by dictator: government by a dictator, usually by force

3. country ruled by dictator: a country ruled by a dictator

4. absolute authority: absolute power or authority

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