Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for SUV'E-RAN
SUV'E-RAN, n.
- A supreme lord or ruler; one who possesses the highest authority without control. Some kings are suverans in their dominions; the authority of others is limited. The Creator is the suveran of all that he has made.
- A supreme magistrate, lord or king. O let my suv'ran turn away his face. – Shak.
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