What is another word for earldom?

Pronunciation: [ˈɜːldəm] (IPA)

Earldom is a title that refers to the territory or jurisdiction of an earl. If you are looking for synonyms for earldom, there are several options available. County, shire, barony, lordship, principality, and duchy are some examples of alternative words for earldom. These words have similar meanings to earldom in terms of describing a political or territorial entity that is under the control of an aristocrat or noble. The choice of synonym depends on the specific context in which the word is used. In any case, using synonyms help create variety and improve the clarity of the text.

What are the hypernyms for Earldom?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Earldom?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.

Usage examples for Earldom

Have you forgotten that the earldom of Enderby, failing male heirs, descends to the female line?
"Her Mother's Secret"
Emma D. E. N. Southworth
In this way, then: We must admit that it is not at all unlikely that our eldest daughter may live to inherit her grandfather's earldom and become Countess of Enderby in her own right.
"Her Mother's Secret"
Emma D. E. N. Southworth
Now, if Archibald, the Grim, intruded into the earldom of Douglas, without being a son of that family, it follows that the house of Angus, being kept out of their just rights for more than a century, were only restored to them after the battle of Arkinholme.
"Minstrelsy of the Scottish border (3rd ed) (1 of 3)"
Walter Scott

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