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Definition of duchy

duchy

/ˈdʌtʃ.i/
duch · y
Plural:duchies
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Adjective:ducal
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• noun

1

The territory, domain, or jurisdiction ruled by a duke or duchess.

Example

"Luxembourg is the only sovereign grand duchy remaining in the world today."

Synonyms
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Word Nuance & Usage

While 'duchy' and 'dukedom' are often used interchangeably for a territory ruled by a duke or duchess, 'dukedom' in modern British usage more specifically denotes the noble title or rank itself, whereas 'duchy' refers to the territorial estate or domain.

• Rhymes for duchy

• Nearby Words

dubstep
ducal
duchess
duchy
duck
duckbill
duckie

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in Middle English from Old French duché, derived from Medieval Latin ducatus ('military command, territory of a duke'), from Latin dux ('leader, commander').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Duchy. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/duchy
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