interrex
- Noun. (history) An official in Ancient Rome, who acted as single head of state during the interregnum between two consulates.
- Noun. (history) An equivalent regent from the death of a Polish king till the election and enthronement of his successor.
- Noun. (figuratively) A similar interim ruler, CEO etc.
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