Lexica → Word → sovereign
| Letter | S |
|---|---|
| Letter name | es (es-) |
| Pronounciation | /ɛs/ |
| Word: | sovereign |
|---|---|
| Pronounciation: | /ˈsäv(ə)rən/ |
| Century: | 13th |
| DA Name: | sovereign |
| Era: | C.E. |
| Origin: | Original |
| Type: | Official |
| Source Language: | Latin |
Source Language Words: | late 13c., from O.Fr. soverain, from V.L. *superanus "chief, principal," from L. super "over" (see super-). Spelling influenced by folk-etymology association with reign. Milton spelled it sovran, as though from It. sovrano. Meaning "gold coin worth 22s 6d" first recorded late 15c.; value changed 1817 to 1 pound. As an adj., attested from early 14c.; of remedies or medicines, "potent in a high degree," from late 14c. |
| Source Text: | |
Definition: | to rule and reign as a savior. any man or woman appointed to such high office by sacred oath is obligated to three (3) ancient and primary tasks being Protect the Realm, Protect the Law and Protect the People.
Reference: |
