Tanist


noun, History/Historical.
1.
the successor apparent to a Celtic chief, usually the oldest or worthiest of his kin, chosen by election among the tribe during the chief’s lifetime.
noun
1.
(history) the heir apparent of a Celtic chieftain chosen by election during the chief’s lifetime: usually the worthiest of his kin

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