barony

Signification

1. The domain of a baron or baroness, usually as part of a larger kingdom or empire.
2. The domain of a baron or baroness, usually as part of a larger kingdom or empire.
3. (obsolete) The baronage: the body of barons in a realm.
4. Baronship, the rank or position of a baron.
5. The legal tenure of a baron's land; military tenure.

Prononcé comme (IPA)

/ˈbæ.ɹə.ni/

Étymologie

From Middle English baronie, baronye, from Old French baronie, equivalent to baron + -y.

Phrases

There is no heir to the barony or baronetcy .

Il n'y a aucun héritier à la baronnie ou à la baronnety.