parastate

noun

Meaning

A region that seeks or claims but does not have the status of a recognized independent state.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

pseudo-state(English)pseudostate(English)semistate(English)ministate(English)aspirant state(English)satellite state(English)statelet(English)overseas territory(English)

Descendant words

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Sources

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