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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

dethrones

/dɛθroʊnz/ verb · British & US
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What does dethrones mean?

verb

To remove someone or something from a position of power or authority, often by replacing them with a new person or entity.

Example

"The new policy dethroned the old system, replacing it with a more efficient and effective one."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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