barony

Meaning

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.

Pronounced as (IPA)

/ˈbæ.ɹə.ni/

Etymology

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

Sentences

There is no heir to the barony or baronetcy .