Definition of tribune

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/ˈtrɪbjuːn//ˈtrɪbjuːn/

The word "tribune" has its roots in ancient Rome. In the Roman Republic, a Tribune was a high-ranking official who served as a representative of the people (plebs). The Tribunes were elected by the plebeians to protect their interests and rights against the patrician (aristocratic) class. The Latin word "tribunus" (plural "triumviri") means "companion" or "ally," and was originally used to describe a group of soldiers who fought alongside Roman consuls. Over time, the term evolved to describe the officials who served as mediators and advocates for the common people. In modern times, the term "tribune" has been borrowed into various languages, including English, French, Spanish, and Italian, and is often used to describe a champion or advocate for a particular cause or group.

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an official elected by the people in ancient Rome to defend their rights; a popular leader

một viên chức được người dân ở La Mã cổ đại bầu ra để bảo vệ quyền lợi của họ; một nhà lãnh đạo được nhiều người yêu mến

a raised area that somebody stands on to make a speech or a raised area with seats, especially in a church

một khu vực cao hơn mà ai đó đứng để phát biểu hoặc một khu vực cao hơn có ghế ngồi, đặc biệt là trong nhà thờ