oligarch

Pronunciation

• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˈoʊlɪˌɡɑrk/ or /ˈɑlɪˌɡɑrk/

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Noun

Singular oligarch

Plural oligarchs

1. (countable) A oligarch is a person who is part of a small group that runs a country.
2. (countable) A oligarch is a very rich person who has a great political influence.