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Definitions from WordNet

Noun landgrave has 1 sense
  1. landgrave - a count who had jurisdiction over a large territory in medieval Germany
    --1 is a kind of
    count

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Term: Landgrave

Definition: A noble title used in some German-speaking countries during the Middle Ages and Early Modern period, referring to a ruler of a German territory, particularly a count who had been granted additional privileges and rights.

Senses:
  1. Noun (Historical): A noble rank or title conferred to a ruler in certain German territories.
  2. Noun (Modern): A person who possesses or holds the title of landgrave.
Sample Sentences:
  • The landgrave of Hesse played a significant role in the political affairs of the region.
  • He inherited the title of landgrave after his father's death.
  • The landgrave ruled over his fiefdom with firm authority.
  • She is the eldest daughter of the current landgrave and heir to the title.
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