Overking
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈəʊvə(ɹ)ˌkɪŋ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Overking is a noun meaning A king who has sovereignty over inferior kings or ruling princes; a ruler of an overkingdom; a king that is truly superior or supreme; an emperor.
Meaning
A king who has sovereignty over inferior kings or ruling princes; a ruler of an overkingdom; a king that is truly superior or supreme; an emperor.
Example Sentences
the King of Connaught, who was recognized as overking of the island by the rest of the tribe[…]
"They have given me five-and-twenty overkings," protested John, and he at once turned to seek a way of evasion.
The difference between a dux bellorum and an overking is not clear, and it may be that the two concepts were elided into a single role.
The latter asked the aid of Cond the overking, who took up their cause, and a fierce war arose, in which Cond was beaten and compelled to divide Ireland with his rival.
Word Forms
- overkings
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include overqueen, over-kingdom, superoverlord, overlord, overlordship, overling.
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