In extended use. A subordinate leader or ruler of an administrative division, (sometimes) spec. one who is regarded as tyrannical.
transferred and figurative. A ruler of a fourth part, or of one of four parts, divisions, elements, etc.; also a subordinate ruler generally.
(under-, prefix1 affix 3a(a).)
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