palace coup

palace revolution

noun
a challenge to or overthrow of a sovereign or other leader by members of the ruling family or group.
Also called palace revolt, palace coup [koo] .


Origin:
1900–05
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Main Entry:  palace coup
Part of Speech:  n
Definition:  the overthrow of a monarch or sovereign by officials within the ruling group
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