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barony

/ˈbɛrəni/

Other forms: baronies

Definitions of barony
  1. noun
    the domain of a baron
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    type of:
    demesne, domain, land
    territory over which rule or control is exercised
  2. noun
    the estate of a baron
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    type of:
    acres, demesne, estate, land, landed estate
    extensive landed property (especially in the country) retained by the owner for his own use
  3. noun
    the rank or dignity or position of a baronet or baroness
    synonyms: baronetcy
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    type of:
    rank
    relative status
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