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Earldom

Part of Speech

Noun

Pronunciation

IPA: /ˈɜːrldəm/ (British & American)

Definitions

  • The rank or title of an earl.
  • The territory or jurisdiction ruled by an earl.

Usage Examples

  • The earldom was passed down through generations in his family.
  • He was granted an earldom by the king for his service to the crown.

Etymology

Derived from Old English "eorl" (nobleman) + "-dom" (domain, rank, or jurisdiction).

Synonyms

  • County, Dominion, Territory, Nobility rank

Antonyms

  • Commoner status, Republic

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
SpanishCondado/konˈdaðo/
FrenchComté/kɔ̃.te/
GermanGrafschaft/ˈɡʁaːfʃaft/
Chinese伯爵领 (Bójuélǐng)/pwǒ tɕyɛ˥˩ lǐŋ˧˥/
Hindiकाउंटशिप (Kauntship)/kaʊnʈʃɪp/
RussianГрафство (Grafstvo)/ˈɡrafstvə/
Japanese伯爵領 (Hakushakuryō)/hakuɕakɯɾʲoː/
Tamilகௌரவராட்சி (Kauravarāṭci)/kaʊrəvəraːʈʃi/

Regional Pronunciation Variations

British English: /ˈɜːrldəm/

American English: /ˈɜːrldəm/

Historical Usage

The term "earldom" originated in Anglo-Saxon England and became a formalized title of nobility during the medieval period. Earldoms were often granted by monarchs as a reward for loyalty and military service.

Cultural Nuances

In British aristocracy, an earldom ranks below a marquess and above a viscount. Historically, earldoms held significant influence, controlling vast lands and military forces.

More Information

Today, earldoms remain a ceremonial title in the United Kingdom. While they no longer wield political power, they continue to carry prestige and social status.

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