Archduke Meaning
/ˈɑˌrtʃduk/Definition, CEFR level C2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe son or male-line grandson of an emperor of the Austro-Hungarian Empire.
nounThe ruler of an archduchy, in particular the Archduchy of Austria.
Sentence Examples
The assassination of the Archduke precipitated the outbreak of World War I.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The assassination of an ____ triggered the start of World War I.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The assassination of the ____ triggered the start of the Great War.
Word Origin & History
From Middle French archeduc (modern French archiduc), from Latin archidux. Equivalent to arch- + duke.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The assassination of an ____ triggered the start of World War I.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The assassination of the ____ triggered the start of the Great War.