Minarchy (noun)
min-ar-kee
Minimal government; specifically a (hypothetical) form of government that does not interfere with individual rights and civil liberties, and that has itself no right to levy taxes upon legitimately acquired property.
1960s; earliest use found in Ralph Borsodi (1888–1977). From min- + -archy.
Example sentences
“After the corruptness of previous governments many people are calling for a minarchy.”
