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archon

Pronunciation: [ˈɑːrkɒn]

Word

Context: "government"

(noun) an archon is a leader or ruler in an ancient Greek government. They were important people who made big decisions for the city. Think of them like a mayor or a governor today.

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The archon made fair laws that helped everyone in the city.

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The archon did not listen to the people's needs, which caused many problems.

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Who was the archon during that time in history?

Context: "mythology"

(noun) an archon can also refer to a type of spirit or supernatural being in some belief systems. They are thought to be powerful and control certain aspects of the world.

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In the story, an archon protected the town from dark forces.

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The legend says that the archon could not save the people from danger.

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What role does the archon play in the mythology?

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