noun
dukedom
Dukedom (noun) means the territory governed by a duke or duchess.
noun
1
The territory governed by a duke or duchess.
2
The title or status held by a duke.
"Forcible removal of Andrew’s dukedom by an act of parliament could have received government and public support with the king’s backing, but the palace is understood to have hoped Andrew would voluntarily relinquish his title."
— Caroline Davies, Prince Andrew gives up royal titles including Duke of York after ‘discussion with king’ (2025)
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Etymology
Dukedom comes from late Middle English dukdom or dukedom, and is equivalent to duke + -dom.
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What is the meaning of dukedom?
"dukedom" (noun) means the territory governed by a duke or duchess.
What is another word for dukedom?
Other words for "dukedom" include duchy.
What are the different meanings of dukedom?
"dukedom" has 2 main meanings: 1. The territory governed by a duke or duchess; 2. The title or status held by a duke.
