Duchies — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈdə-chē/

Meaning & Definition of Duchies

Duchies (noun)

  1. the territory of a duke or duchess, dukedom
  2. special domain
  3. the territory or dominion of a grand duke or grand duchess

Duchies (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in principalities, emirates

    similar: dukedoms, emirates, principalities, seigniories, sultanates, domains, dominions, empires, kingdoms, realms, republics, democracies, dictatorships, monarchies, monocracies, oligarchies, sovereigns, theocracies, city-states, microstates, ministates, nation-states, client states, colonies, condominiums, dependencies, mandates, provinces, settlements, soil, trust territories, commonwealths, countries, lands, nations, sovereignties, states, fatherlands, homelands, motherlands, great powers, powers, sea powers, superpowers, world powers, welfare states

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Duchies

The most common words with a similar meaning to Duchies:

dukedoms, emirates, principalities, seigniories, sultanates, domains, dominions, empires, kingdoms, realms, republics, democracies, dictatorships, monarchies, monocracies, oligarchies, sovereigns, theocracies, city-states, microstates, ministates, nation-states, client states, colonies, condominiums, dependencies, mandates, provinces, settlements, soil, trust territories, commonwealths, countries, lands, nations, sovereignties, states, fatherlands, homelands, motherlands

Origin & Etymology of Duchies

Middle English duche, from Anglo-French duché, from duc

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Duchies

What does "Duchies" mean?

"Duchies" means the territory of a duke or duchess, dukedom. As a noun, it is defined as: the territory of a duke or duchess, dukedom.

What is another word for "Duchies"?

Other words for "Duchies" include dukedoms, emirates, principalities, seigniories, sultanates, domains, dominions and empires. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Duchies" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Duchies"?

There are 46 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Duchies". Common alternatives include dukedoms, emirates, principalities, seigniories, sultanates, domains, dominions, empires, kingdoms and realms.

Is "Duchies" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Duchies" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Duchies"?

"Duchies" is pronounced /ˈdə-chē/.

What is the origin of the word "Duchies"?

"Duchies" comes from Middle English duche, from Anglo-French duché, from duc. First known use: 14th century.

What is another word for "Duchies" meaning "as in principalities, emirates"?

When "Duchies" (noun) means as in principalities, emirates, synonyms include dukedoms, emirates, principalities, seigniories, sultanates and domains.