Dukedoms — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈdük/

Meaning & Definition of Dukedoms

Dukedoms (noun)

  1. a sovereign male ruler of a continental European duchy
  2. a nobleman of the highest hereditary rank; especially, a member of the highest grade of the British peerage
  3. fist, hand —usually used in plural

Dukedoms (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in principalities, duchies

    similar: duchies, 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 Dukedoms

The most common words with a similar meaning to Dukedoms:

duchies, 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

Word Forms of Dukedoms

Derived words: dukedom (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Dukedoms

Middle English, from Anglo-French duc, from Latin duc-, dux, from ducere to lead tow:1

First known use: 12th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Dukedoms

What does "Dukedoms" mean?

"Dukedoms" means a sovereign male ruler of a continental European duchy. As a noun, it is defined as: a sovereign male ruler of a continental European duchy.

What is another word for "Dukedoms"?

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

What are different ways to say "Dukedoms"?

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

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

"Dukedoms" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Dukedoms"?

"Dukedoms" is pronounced /ˈdük/.

What is the origin of the word "Dukedoms"?

"Dukedoms" comes from Middle English, from Anglo-French duc, from Latin duc-, dux, from ducere to lead tow:1. First known use: 12th century.

What is another word for "Dukedoms" meaning "as in principalities, duchies"?

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

What words are derived from "Dukedoms"?

Words derived from "Dukedoms" include dukedom (noun).