dictatorship

Word parts

dictator + -ship

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /dɪkˈteɪtə(r)ʃɪp/
• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˈdɪkteɪtərʃɪp/

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Noun

Singular dictatorship

Plural dictatorships

1. (countable & uncountable) Dictatorship is a type of government which exercises autocratic rule.