Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples

Word: regency
IPA transcription: [ɹ'idʒənsi]
noun meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: regency
    Meaning: the office of a regent
  • Synonyms: Regency
    Meaning: the period from 1811-1820 when the Prince of Wales was regent during George III's periods of insanity
  • Synonyms: regency
    Meaning: the period of time during which a regent governs
Usage examples
  • It was he who lifted the standard of revolt against her regency.
  • The government--that is, the regency that Peter had left in charge--sent out deputies, who attempted to pacify them, but could not succeed.