Associations to the word «Earldom»

Wiktionary

EARLDOM, noun. The rank of being an earl
EARLDOM, noun. The territory controlled by an earl

Dictionary definition

EARLDOM, noun. The dignity or rank or position of an earl or countess.
EARLDOM, noun. The domain controlled by an earl or count or countess.

Wise words

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