earldom

/ˈʌrldəm/
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Other forms: earldoms

Definitions of earldom
  1. noun
    the dignity or rank or position of an earl or countess
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    type of:
    rank
    relative status
  2. noun
    the domain controlled by an earl or count or countess
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    type of:
    demesne, domain, land
    territory over which rule or control is exercised
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