republic

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Contents 1 Pronunciation 2 Noun 2.1 Related words 2.2 See also

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Singular republic

Plural republics

1. A republic is a country that has leaders elected are by the people.

   Many have pointed out the the United States is a republic, not a pure democracy.

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• republican

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• democracy