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N  Archon ˈɑ:Kɑnˌ Kən]  Ancient Athens Chief Magistrates

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(in ancient Athens) one of the nine chief magistrates

Etymology: 
C17 from Greek arkhōn ruler, from arkhein to rule 
Derived words: 
archonship n 

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