margrave

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Noun — A feudal military and administrative officer who governed a border region in the Carolingian empire and later states.

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the margrave of a margrave's territory title of margrave

It only appears in historical writing about medieval and feudal Europe.

Etymology

The word comes from Middle Dutch marcgrāve, related to Old High German marcgrāvo. It is ultimately built from a Proto-Germanic word for a boundary and another for a military rank, which itself traces back to Latin graphio.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a margrave?

It is a historical title for an officer or prince who governed a border territory in the Carolingian empire and later in parts of the Holy Roman Empire.

Is margrave the same as marquis?

The two titles are related, since the hereditary margrave title later became known as marquis or marquess.

Is margrave still used today?

No, it is a historical title tied to medieval and early modern feudal states rather than a modern office.

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