noun๐ShareA feudal lord (a count palatine or Pfalzgraf) or a bishop possessing palatine powers."In medieval Europe, palatines held significant authority, acting almost as kings within their own regions, collecting taxes and dispensing justice. "historyroyalgovernmentpoliticsstateChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun๐ShareA palace official, especially in an imperial palace; the chief minister."In the King's absence, the palatines managed the royal affairs and ensured the smooth functioning of the court. "governmentroyalhistoryjobpersonpositionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun๐ShareA county palatine, a palatinate.""Historically, the rulers of the palatines held considerable power, almost like kings within their own regions." "governmenthistorypoliticsroyalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun๐ShareA resident of a palatinate."The Palatines who immigrated to America in the 18th century sought religious freedom and new opportunities. "personhistorynationplaceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun๐Share(in plural) The Roman soldiers of the imperial palace; praetorians."The Emperor, surrounded by his palatines, entered the arena to a roaring crowd. "militaryhistorywargovernmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun๐ShareA type of shoulder cape for women."She chose one of her palatines, a soft, fur-trimmed cape, to wear over her dress for the chilly evening. "wearitemappearanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun๐ShareOne of a pair of bones behind the palate"The doctor pointed to the palatines on the X-ray, explaining how they formed part of the roof of the mouth. "anatomyorganbodyphysiologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
