regence / regents [ˈriʤən(t)s]
regence – n. – a person given royal authority to act during the absence or incapacitation of a monarch
regents – n. & v. – n. pl. of regent – 1. ones who govern; 2. ruling powers or principles; 3. those with varying roles depending on the respective universities or other organizations; v. 3rd pers. pres. sing. of regent – rules, teaches or governs at a university