01 n. The power, spirit, or principles of a despot; absolute control over others; tyrannical sway; tyranny.
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The power, spirit, or principles of a despot; absolute control over others; tyrannical sway; tyranny.
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A government which is directed by a despot; a despotic monarchy; absolutism; autocracy.“Despotism . . . is the only form of government which may with safety to itself neglect the education of its infant poor.” — Bp. Horsley.