marquisate Definition
- 1the rank or dignity of a marquis
- 2the territory or jurisdiction of a marquis
Using marquisate: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "marquisate" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The marquisate was granted to him by the king.
Example
The marquisate included several towns and villages.
Origins of marquisate
from French 'marquisat', from 'marquis', a nobleman
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Summary: marquisate in Brief
The term 'marquisate' [mahr-kwuh-zit] refers to the rank or dignity of a marquis, or the territory or jurisdiction of a marquis. It is a formal term used in historical and legal contexts.
