First Known Use: 1600
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adjective reg·nant \ˈreg-nənt\
Definition of REGNANT
1
: exercising rule : reigning
2
a : having the chief power : dominant b : of common or widespread occurrence
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Origin of REGNANT
Latin regnant-, regnans, present participle of regnare to reign, from regnum
Rhymes with REGNANT
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