tsar

/zɑr/
noun
  1. The male ruler of Russia before 1917.
    • The last tsar, Nicholas II, was forced to abdicate in 1917.
    • Many peasants hoped the tsar would improve their living conditions.
    • The tsar ruled Russia with absolute power for centuries.
  2. A person who has great power or authority in a particular area or industry.
    • The tech tsar advised the government on internet policy.
    • He was known as the drug tsar for his work in fighting illegal narcotics.
    • The company hired a marketing tsar to revamp their brand image.
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