regent

Given a predicate that represents a relationship or action between entities, generate a one-sentence description explaining its meaning.  
# Instructions
Focus on describing the relationship, not the entities themselves. 
# Response Format
Begin the description with \' Indicates...\'

Predicate: regent

Indicates that one entity serves as the regent, exercising ruling authority on behalf of another (typically a monarch or state), usually during a period when the rightful ruler is unable to govern.