tribune

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the domed or vaulted apse in a Christian church that houses the bishop’s throne
a protector of the people
an elected official in ancient Rome
any champion of the rights and liberties of the people: often used as the name for a newspaper
{n} a Roman officer civil and military
an official in ancient Rome who was elected by the ordinary people to protect their rights (tribunus, from tribus; TRIBE). In ancient Rome, any of various military and civil officials. Military tribunes were originally infantry commanders. In the early republic there were six to a legion; some were appointed by consuls or military commanders, others elected by the people. During the Roman empire (from 27 BC), the emperor nominated military tribunes, the office of which was considered preliminary to a senatorial or equestrian career (see eques). Of the civil tribunes, the most important were the tribunes of the plebs (see plebeian), who were elected in the plebeian assembly. By 450 BC there were 10 plebeian tribunes, who were elected annually with the right to intervene in cases of unjust acts of consuls or magistrates by saying "Veto" (meaning "I forbid it"). The office became powerful; its powers were curtailed by Sulla but restored by Pompey. Under the empire the powers of the plebeian tribunes passed to the emperor
Upper gallery located perpendicular to the central nave Reserved for special types of worshippers
an upper storey over an aisle, opening on to the nave; also called a gallery
{i} person who defends the rights of the people; (Roman History) official, military officer (ancient Rome); dais, raised platform, pulpit
An officer or magistrate chosen by the people, to protect them from the oppression of the patricians, or nobles, and to defend their liberties against any attempts that might be made upon them by the senate and consuls
Anciently, a bench or elevated place, from which speeches were delivered; in France, a kind of pulpit in the hall of the legislative assembly, where a member stands while making an address; any place occupied by a public orator
the apse of a Christian church that contains the bishop's throne
Last of the Tribunes Cola di Rienzi, who assumed the title of “Tribune of liberty, peace, and justice ” Rienzi is the hero of one of Lord Lytton's most vigorous works of fiction (1313-1354 )
the domed or vaulted apse in a Christian church that houses the bishop's throne
International Herald Tribune
The Herald Tribune an international daily newspaper, written in English and sold in many countries. Some of its articles are from the US, and it is often read by US citizens when they are abroad. Daily newspaper published in Paris. It has long been the staple source of English-language news for American expatriates, tourists, and businesspeople in Europe. Its roots are in the Paris Herald (established 1887); a merger in 1924 between its parent, the New York Herald, and the New York Tribune created the New York Herald-Tribune and the Paris Herald Tribune. The Paris edition, which was faring well at the time of its parent's demise in 1966, was renamed when it was rescued by a joint venture of the New York Times, the Washington Post, and Whitney Communications. The New York Times Co. and the Washington Post Co. became half-owners of the paper in 1991. The New York Times Co. became the full owner in 2003
Chicago Tribune
a daily newspaper produced in Chicago and also sold in other parts of the US. It is famous for the high quality of its writing and reporting. Daily newspaper published in Chicago. The Tribune is one of the leading U.S. newspapers and long has been the dominant voice of the Midwest. Founded in 1847, it was bought in 1855 by six partners, including Joseph Medill (1823-99), who made the paper successful and increased its stature while promulgating his generally liberal views. He bought a controlling interest in 1874 and was publisher until his death. During Robert McCormick's tenure (1914-55), the paper achieved the largest circulation among U.S. standard-sized newspapers and led the world in newspaper advertising revenue. The Tribune also reflected his nationalist-isolationist views, but its editorial positions moderated after his death. It subsequently became the flagship of the Tribune Company, which has holdings in broadcasting, cable TV, publishing, and other media
Chicago Tribune
one of two major daily newspapers for the Chicago metropolitan area (USA)
Herald Tribune
International Herald Tribune, The
Minneapolis Star Tribune
major daily newspaper published in Minnesota (USA)
San Diego Union Tribune
major daily newspaper published in California (USA)
tribunes
plural of tribune
tribune

    Hyphenation

    tri·bune

    Turkish pronunciation

    trîbyun

    Pronunciation

    /ˈtrəbyo͞on/ /ˈtrɪbjuːn/

    Etymology

    () From Latin tribunus.
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