English dictionary
shogun
/'/S//oU/,g/@/n/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a hereditary military dictator of Japan; the shoguns ruled Japan until the revolution of 1867-68
Source: WordNet 3.0
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A title originally conferred by the Mikado on the military governor of the eastern provinces of Japan. By gradual usurpation of power the <i>Shoguns</i> (known to foreigners as <i>Tycoons</i>) became finally the virtual rulers of Japan. The title was abolished in 1867.
Source: webster1913