Duchy: meaning, definitions and examples

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duchy

 

[ หˆdสŒtสƒi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

territorial unit

A duchy is a territory or domain ruled by a duke or duchess. It is historically associated with the nobility in various European countries, where a duchy can denote a specific region that has its own jurisdiction and administration. Duchies have played significant roles in political and social structures throughout history.

Synonyms

duke's domain, noble territory, principality

Examples of usage

  • The duchy of Cornwall was established in 1337.
  • She was the last duchess of the now-defunct duchy.
  • The duchy is known for its rich agricultural land.
  • Many tourists visit the duchy for its historical castles.

Translations

Translations of the word "duchy" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น duqueza

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคกเฅเคฏเฅ‚เค•เฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Herzogtum

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ duchy

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะฝัะทั–ะฒัั‚ะฒะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ksiฤ™stwo

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ…ฌๅ›ฝ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท duchรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ducado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dรผkalฤฑk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ณต๊ตญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฅู…ุงุฑุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ knรญลพectvรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ knieลพatstvo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ…ฌๅ›ฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ vojvodina

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hertugdรฆmi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะณะตั€ั†ะพะณั‚ั–ะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒ แƒ™แƒ˜แƒ–แƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ herzogluq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ducado

Etymology

The word 'duchy' originates from the Middle English term 'duchie', which itself comes from the Old French 'duchรฉ'. This, in turn, derives from the Latin word 'ducatum', meaning a 'duke's authority' or 'leadership'. The concept of a duchy emerged in the Middle Ages as a political and administrative division ruled by a duke. Dukes were noble figures who held significant power and governed over various territories in Europe. The establishment and recognition of duchies were crucial during this time, as they played vital roles in feudal systems and the administration of land. The importance of duchies has waned in modern times; however, they remain a significant part of European historical and cultural heritage.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,405, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.