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Emperor

The sovereign or supreme monarch of an empire; -- a title of dignity superior to that of king; as, the emperor of Germany or of Austria; the emperor or Czar of Russia.

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Empress 76% connected

The consort of an emperor.

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Kaiser 76% connected

The ancient title of emperors of Germany assumed by King William of Prussia when crowned sovereign of the new German empire in 1871.

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Mikado 76% connected

The popular designation of the hereditary sovereign of Japan.

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Monarch 76% connected

A sole or supreme ruler; a sovereign; the highest ruler; an emperor, king, queen, prince, or chief.

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Sovereign 76% connected

Supreme or highest in power; superior to all others; chief; as, our sovereign prince.

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Imperial 74% connected

Of or pertaining to an empire, or to an emperor; as, an imperial government; imperial authority or edict.

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Imperial 74% connected

Of or pertaining to an empire, or to an emperor; as, an imperial government; imperial authority or edict.

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