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barony

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun barony has 3 senses
  1. barony - the estate of a baron
    --1 is a kind of
    estate, land, landed estate, acres, demesne
  2. baronetcy, barony - the rank or dignity or position of a baronet or baroness
    --2 is a kind of rank
  3. barony - the domain of a baron
    --3 is a kind of
    domain, demesne, land

Definitions from the Web

Barony

Noun:

1. A type of feudal landholding, usually granted by a monarch, and governed by a baron or baroness.

Example: The barony of Windsor was established by King Henry I in the 12th century.

2. The domain or jurisdiction of a baron or baroness.

Example: The barony of Greystone covers a vast area of fertile farmland.

3. A title of nobility, usually denoting the rank of a baron or baroness.

Example: Lady Catherine recently inherited her father's barony.

Adjective:

1. Pertaining to or characteristic of a baron or baroness.

Example: The barony estates were known for their grandeur and opulence.

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