"anthrostate" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: anthrostates [plural]
Etymology: From anthro- + state, coined by Zach Weinersmith. Etymology templates: {{af|en|anthro-|state}} anthro- + state Head templates: {{en-noun}} anthrostate (plural anthrostates)
  1. A political unit that is defined by its population and ideas rather than geographical borders.

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