subregent

English

Etymology

From sub- +‎ regent.

Noun

subregent (plural subregents)

  1. A lesser or subsidiary regent.

Dutch

Etymology

Compound of sub- (“sub-, junior”) +‎ regent (“secondary school teacher”).

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈsʏp.reːɣɛnt/
  • Audio:(file)
  • Hyphenation: sub‧re‧gent

Noun

subregent m (plural subregenten)

  1. a junior member of Catholic school staff, who isn't qualified to teach but rather supervises pupils/students, out of class or during free study periods; mainly in boarding schools
    Synonym: studiemeester
  2. (historical) a subordinate administrator at a theological faculty or school
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