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dethrone

/dɛθˈroʊn/ verb · British & US
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What does dethrone mean?

verb

To remove someone or something from a position of power or authority, often as a result of a coup or other change in leadership.

Example

"The new government was formed after the king was dethroned in a bloodless coup."

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