Definition of "archons" [archons]

• Plural form of archon. Chief magistrates of ancient Athens. (noun)

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• "They are sometimes called archons, sometimes kings, and sometimes prytanes."
• "Last time a Grant Morrison-related project had "archons" and "Manichaean" on the same page, one of his characters had this to say about it."
• "Finally, those lucky enough to escape to the world of the city found themselves still ruled by archons, the 1% of significant persons."