noun Uncommon

lordship

LAWD-shihp

Lordship (noun) means the rank, title, or condition of being a lord. Example: “He inherited the lordship along with the family estate.”

noun

The rank, title, or condition of being a lord.

"He inherited the lordship along with the family estate."

A respectful title used to address a lord, bishop, or judge.

"The barrister addressed the judge as "Your Lordship.""

Power, authority, or control over something.

"The company held lordship over the entire valley's mining rights."

How to use lordship

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe rank or authority of a lord, or a formal way of addressing one.

Common pairings

Your Lordship His Lordship

Word forms

lordships plural

Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Flow — saved to your collection.

Test yourself on “lordship” A quick quiz — meaning, synonyms & usage →

Fill the gap

Can you complete this real example?

He inherited the _____ along with the family estate.

Etymology

From Old English hlāfordsċiepe, formed from lord plus the suffix -ship (denoting status or condition).

Origin: Old English

Frequently asked questions

What does “lordship” mean?

The word “lordship” means the rank, title, or condition of being a lord. In plain terms, the rank or authority of a lord, or a formal way of addressing one.

How do you pronounce “lordship”?

“Lordship” is pronounced LAWD-shihp (/ˈlɔɹd.ʃɪp/ in IPA).

How do you use “lordship” in a sentence?

Here is “lordship” used in a sentence: “He inherited the lordship along with the family estate.”

What part of speech is “lordship”?

“Lordship” is a noun.

Where does the word “lordship” come from?

The word “lordship” comes from Old English. From Old English hlāfordsċiepe, formed from lord plus the suffix -ship (denoting status or condition).

Is “lordship” a common word?

“Lordship” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “lordship” have?

“Lordship” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the rank, title, or condition of being a lord.

Featured in

Vocabulary lists that include lordship:

Words that end with P