diadochus
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English
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Etymology
Borrowed from Ancient Greek διάδοχος (diádokhos).
Noun
diadochus (plural diadochi)
- (historical) Any of the rival families who fought for control over Alexander the Great's empire after his death.
- (historical) Heir to the Crown of Greece.