archduke
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Noun — A prince of the former Austrian imperial family, ranking above an ordinary duke.
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Etymology
From French archeduc, from Latin archidux, from arch- plus dux, "leader" — equivalent to arch- + duke.
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What does “archduke” mean?
The word “archduke” means a prince of the former Austrian imperial family, ranking above an ordinary duke. In plain terms, a high-ranking prince, historically of the Austrian royal family.
How do you use “archduke” in a sentence?
Here is “archduke” used in a sentence: “The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand helped trigger the First World War.”
What part of speech is “archduke”?
“Archduke” is a noun.
Where does the word “archduke” come from?
The word “archduke” comes from Latin. From French archeduc, from Latin archidux, from arch- plus dux, "leader" — equivalent to arch- + duke.