What does DUCHY mean?

duchy

Parts of Speech: noun

Definition: a territory or domain ruled by a duke or duchess

Pronunciation (US): /ˈdʌtʃi/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈdʌtʃi/

Origin and Usage: The word "duchy" comes from the Old French word "ducie", which means "duchy, sovereignty, fiefdom". It was first used in English in the 14th century. In the past, duchies were often granted to members of the royal family or other nobility as a way of rewarding their service to the monarch. Today, duchies are mainly ceremonial titles in countries such as the United Kingdom, Spain, and Sweden.

Synonyms: domain, principality, realm, territory

Related Words: ducal, duchy, ducky

Example Sentences:

1. The Duke of Sussex was granted a duchy in 2018.
2. The duchy of Cornwall is one of the oldest and largest duchies in the United Kingdom.
3. The duchess inherited the duchy from her father.
4. The duchy of Milan was one of the most powerful duchies in Italy during the Renaissance.
5. The duchy of Luxembourg is a small country located in western Europe.