książę — meaning in English

English meaning

• duke noun A male ruler of a duchy, or a nobleman holding the highest rank below a prince.
• prince noun A male member of a royal family, especially the son or grandson of a monarch.

Senses

książę is used for these senses in English:

• duke The male ruler of a duchy (female equivalent: duchess).
• duke A high title of nobility; the male holder of a dukedom.
• prince The (male) ruler or head of a principality. [from 14th c.]

duke — full definition

1. noun A male ruler of a duchy, or a nobleman holding the highest rank below a prince.
2. noun (slang, usually plural "dukes") A fist, especially in the phrase "put up your dukes."
3. verb (informal) To hit with the fists, or to fight.
4. verb (informal) To hand over money, especially as a tip or bribe.

prince — full definition

1. noun A male member of a royal family, especially the son or grandson of a monarch.
2. noun A person considered outstanding or supreme in a particular field.

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