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thaneship

/θeɪnzʃɪp/ noun · British & US
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What does thaneship mean?

noun

The state of being a thane, a high-ranking nobleman in medieval Scotland and England. A position of power or authority.

Example

"The thaneship of the kingdom was passed down through generations of noble families."

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