Duchy — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈdə-chē/

Meaning & Definition of Duchy

Duchy (noun)

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

Duchy (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in principality, emirate

    similar: dukedom, emirate, principality, seigniory, sultanate, domain, dominion, empire, kingdom, realm, republic, democracy, dictatorship, monarchy, monocracy, oligarchy, sovereign, theocracy, city-state, microstate, ministate, nation-state, client state, colony, condominium, dependency, mandate, province, settlement, soil, trust territory, commonwealth, country, land, nation, sovereignty, state, fatherland, homeland, motherland, great power, power, sea power, superpower, world power, welfare state

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Duchy

The most common words with a similar meaning to Duchy:

dukedom, emirate, principality, seigniory, sultanate, domain, dominion, empire, kingdom, realm, republic, democracy, dictatorship, monarchy, monocracy, oligarchy, sovereign, theocracy, city-state, microstate, ministate, nation-state, client state, colony, condominium, dependency, mandate, province, settlement, soil, trust territory, commonwealth, country, land, nation, sovereignty, state, fatherland, homeland, motherland

Word Forms of Duchy

Inflections: duchies

Origin & Etymology of Duchy

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

First known use: 14th century

Words & Phrases Containing Duchy

grand duchy

Frequently Asked Questions about Duchy

What does "Duchy" mean?

"Duchy" 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 "Duchy"?

Other words for "Duchy" include dukedom, emirate, principality, seigniory, sultanate, domain, dominion and empire. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Duchy" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Duchy"?

There are 46 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Duchy". Common alternatives include dukedom, emirate, principality, seigniory, sultanate, domain, dominion, empire, kingdom and realm.

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

"Duchy" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Duchy"?

"Duchy" is pronounced /ˈdə-chē/.

What is the origin of the word "Duchy"?

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

What is another word for "Duchy" meaning "as in principality, emirate"?

When "Duchy" (noun) means as in principality, emirate, synonyms include dukedom, emirate, principality, seigniory, sultanate and domain.

What are the forms of "Duchy"?

The word forms of "Duchy" include duchies.