ephorate

/ˈɛfərɪt/
noun
  1. The office, term, or collective body of ephors in ancient Sparta.
    • The ephorate held significant influence over Spartan foreign policy.
    • During his ephorate, the city experienced a period of peace.
    • The ephorate was composed of five elected officials.
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