MARQUISATE

Etymology

Noun

marquisate (plural marquisates)

The territory held by a marquis, margrave or marchioness.

The state or rank of a marquis.

Source: Wiktionary


Mar"quis*ate, n. Etym: [Cf. F. marquisat.]

Definition: The seigniory, dignity, or lordship of a marquis; the territory governed by a marquis.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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