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WordReference Random House Unabridged Dictionary of American English © 2025

king•mak•er n.

Governmenta person who has great power and influence in the choice of a ruler, candidate for public office, business leader, or the like.

king + maker 1590–1600

king′mak′ing, n., adj.

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