Regency

usgb/ˈriːdʒənsi/
noun

The time when someone is chosen to rule because the king or queen is too young, old, or sick.

The prince acted as a regent during the regency, as the king was too ill to rule.
Visual representation of "regency" - The time when someone is chosen to rule because the king or queen is too young, old, or sick.

Often appears as...

  • regency period
  • regency era

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Temporary Rule

The regency is a temporary condition, not a permanent form of government.

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During the regency, the prince made decisions until the king recovered.
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Not Always Royalty

Regencies can occur in other contexts where someone takes temporary control.

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The company was under a regency while the CEO was on sabbatical.
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Specific Reason

A regency happens for a specific reason like youth, illness, or absence of the ruler.

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After the accident, a regency ruled in place of the incapacitated queen.
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