tyran

Definitions of tyran
  1. noun
    someone who imposes hard or continuous work
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    type of:
    superviseur
    one who supervises or has charge and direction of
  2. noun
    a cruel and oppressive dictator
    synonyms: autocrate, despote
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    type of:
    dictateur, potentat
    a ruler who is unconstrained by law
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