palsgrave

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Noun palsgrave has 1 sense

palatine, palsgrave - (Middle Ages) the lord of a palatinate who exercised sovereign powers over his lands
--₁ is a kind of Lord, noble, nobleman

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Palsgrave

Description

A palsgrave refers to a title of nobility in medieval times. It was used to denote a count or territorial prince serving as an officer to the king.

Sample Sentences

1. The palsgrave attended the royal court as a trusted advisor to the king.

2. The palsgrave was responsible for maintaining law and order in his territory.

3. The title of palsgrave was highly esteemed and bestowed upon worthy individuals.

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