earl

noun
UK: /ɜːl/
US: /ɝːl/

  1. A British nobleman, ranking below a marquess and above a viscount, or a person holding a similar rank in another country.

    1. The earl lived in a large castle by the sea. [ ] [ ]
    2. The king appointed a new earl to oversee the northern territories. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

nobleman peer

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "earl" is /ɜːl/ in British English and /ɝːl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "earl": nobleman, peer.

Example usage of "earl": "The earl lived in a large castle by the sea.". More examples on the page.