interregnal

in·ter·reg·num

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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [in-ter-reg-nuh m]
- /ˌɪn tərˈrɛg nəm/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [in-ter-reg-nuh m]
- /ˌɪn tərˈrɛg nəm/

Definitions of interregnal word

noun plural interregnal an interval of time between the close of a sovereign's reign and the accession of his or her normal or legitimate successor. 1
noun plural interregnal any period during which a state has no ruler or only a temporary executive. 1
noun plural interregnal any period of freedom from the usual authority. 1
noun plural interregnal any pause or interruption in continuity. 1
adjective interregnal relating to an interregnum. 0

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Origin of interregnal

First appearance:

before 1570

One of the 33% oldest English words

1570-80; < Latin, equivalent to inter- inter- + rēgnum reign

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Parts of speech for Interregnal

noun

adjective

verb

adverb

pronoun

preposition

conjunction

determiner

exclamation

Full grammatical hierarchy of Interregnal

interregnal popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 68% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

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interregnal usage trend in Literature

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