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satrapy (n.)

The government or jurisdiction of a satrap; a principality.

satrapy Sentence Examples

  1. The vast Persian Empire was divided into administrative units called satrapies.
  2. Each satrapy was ruled by a governor known as a satrap.
  3. The satrap of Egypt had a significant degree of autonomy.
  4. The satrapy of Lydia was known for its wealth and resources.
  5. The satrapy of Babylonia was a cultural and religious center.
  6. The satrap often had his own army to maintain order within his jurisdiction.
  7. The satrapy system allowed the Persian Empire to control its vast territory effectively.
  8. The satrapies were responsible for collecting taxes and providing resources to the central government.
  9. The satrapies played a key role in the defense of the empire's borders.
  10. The satrapy system eventually became a source of weakness for the Persian Empire, as some satraps became overly ambitious and sought independence.

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The government or jurisdiction of a satrap; a principality.

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The vast Persian Empire was divided into administrative units called satrapies.

Each satrapy was ruled by a governor known as a satrap.

The satrap of Egypt had a significant degree of autonomy.

The satrapy of Lydia was known for its wealth and resources.