duchy

CEFRB2

/ˈdʌt͡ʃi/

noun

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  1. 01

    noun

    An area ruled by a duke or duchess.

  2. 02

    noun

    Extra detail

    A dominion or region ruled by a duke or duchess.

Examples

  • Belarus was once part of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania.

  • The Duchy of Cornwall was established in 1337.

At a glance

Sits at B2 on the CEFR scale

Senses
2
Parts of speech
1
Synonyms
1

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In context

  • The Duchy of Cornwall is one of two royal duchies in England.

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Origin

noun

From Middle English duche, from Anglo-Norman duché, from Old French duc, or from Medieval Latin ducātus, from Latin dux. Doublet of ducat.