Duvalier

/duˈvɑlˌjeɪ/
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Definitions of Duvalier
  1. noun
    oppressive Haitian dictator (1907-1971)
    synonyms: Francois Duvalier, Papa Doc
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    example of:
    dictator, potentate
    a ruler who is unconstrained by law
  2. noun
    son and successor of Francois Duvalier as president of Haiti; he was overthrown by a mass uprising in 1986 (born in 1951)
    synonyms: Baby Doc, Jean-Claude Duvalier
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    dictator, potentate
    a ruler who is unconstrained by law
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