"archon" meaning in English

See archon in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Noun

IPA: /'ɑ:kən/ Audio: en-us-archon.ogg [US] Forms: archon [singular], archons [plural]
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  1. An archon is a ruler, head of state, or other kind of leader.
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  2. An archon is a head magistrate or leader of ancient Athens.
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  3. An archon is a mystical being that serves the Demiurge.
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