"Earldom" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Earldom" Meaning

A hereditary title of nobility, ranking below a dukedom and above a barony, and ranking above a marquessate.

"Earldom" Examples

5 Usage Examples for the Word "Earldom"

The earldom of Wessex has been passed down through generations of the royal family.
She inherited the earldom of Yorkshire upon her father's death and became the county's most influential noblewoman.
The dispute over the earldom led to a bitter feud between the rival factions.
In the 12th century, the earldom of Kent was one of the most powerful and prestigious titles in the kingdom.
After the coronation ceremony, the new king granted the earldom to his trusted advisor as a reward for his loyalty.