Dinarchy is a term used to describe the rule of two co-rulers, often sharing equal power. Other terms for this type of governance include duumvirate, co-principality, and diarchy. In some cases, the term dyarchy is used interchangeably, although this often refers specifically to a governance system in which two distinct authorities - such as monarch and parliament - share power. Synonyms for dinarchy may also include dual kingship, tetrarchy, or two-headed rule. While relatively uncommon in modern society, the concept of shared governance has been employed throughout history and is still practiced in some cultures today.