Duke
/ˈdjuːk/
Definitions
- (n.) A nobleman of the highest hereditary rank below a prince or king.
The Duke attended the royal banquet.
- (n.) A person holding a dukedom as a title of honor or authority.
The duke exercised his regional powers with caution.
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- dukes
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Commentary
In legal documents, the title 'duke' denotes a rank with specific hereditary and territorial implications, often requiring precise reference to the associated dukedom.
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