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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

duchy

/djuːtʃi/ noun · British & US
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What does duchy mean?

noun

A territory ruled by a duke, or a title of nobility ranking below a prince and above an earl. A duchy is often associated with a specific geographic area or a noble family.

Example

"The duchy of Lancaster was a significant territory in medieval England."

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