subregent

English

Etymology

sub- +‎ regent

Noun

subregent (plural subregents)

  1. A lesser or subsidiary regent.

Dutch

Etymology

Compound of sub- (“sub-, junior”) +‎ regent (“secondary school teacher”).

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ˈsʏp.reːɣɛnt/
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  • Hyphenation: sub‧re‧gent

Noun

subregent m (plural subregenten)

  1. A junior member of Catholic school staff, who isn't qualified to teach but rather supervises pupils/students, out of class or during free study periods; mainly in boarding schools.
    Synonym: studiemeester
  2. (historical) A subordinate administrator at a theological faculty or school.
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