Voivode
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈvɔɪˌvəʊd/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Voivode is a noun meaning A local ruler or official in various parts of central and eastern Europe, especially early semi-independent rulers of Transylvania.
Meaning
A local ruler or official in various parts of central and eastern Europe, especially early semi-independent rulers of Transylvania.
More Meanings
- An administrative chief in modern Poland.
Example Sentences
Who was it but one of my own race who as Voivode crossed the Danube and beat the Turk on his own ground? This was a Dracula indeed!
George Sechell[…], having been defeated in a battle by the Vayvoda of Transylvania, and taken Prisoner, was for three days together tied naked to a wooden horse, exposed to all manner of tortures, any man might devise against him[…].
Word Forms
- voivodes
- voivod
- voivoda
- voievod
- voievode
- voievoda
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