Definition of constitutional monarchy
: a system of government in which a country is ruled by a king and queen whose power is limited by a constitution
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“Constitutional monarchy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/constitutional%20monarchy. Accessed 7 Aug. 2022.
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