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phy·larch | \ ˈfīˌlärk \
plural -s
Definition of phylarch
1a : the chief ruler of an ancient Grecian phyle
b : the commander of the cavalry furnished by each ancient Athenian tribe
2 : the magistrate or head of a recognized tribal division of any of the Asian provinces of the Roman empire
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