duchy

noun
UK: /ˈdʌtʃ.i/
US: /ˈdʌtʃ.i/

  1. A country or territory ruled by a duke or duchess.

    1. The small duchy was known for its cheese.
    2. The old map showed the boundaries of the duchy of Luxembourg.

  2. The title or rank of a duke or duchess.

    1. He inherited the duchy at a young age.
    2. The family had held the duchy for many generations, ensuring their influence.

Synonyms

principality domain territory

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "duchy" in English means: A country or territory ruled by a duke or duchess., The title or rank of a duke or duchess..

The phonetic transcription of "duchy" is /ˈdʌtʃ.i/ in British English and /ˈdʌtʃ.i/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "duchy": principality, domain, territory.

Example usage of "duchy": "The small duchy was known for its cheese. ". More examples on the page.