principality — a state ruled by a prince; a territory under the sovereignty of a prince or princess
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a state ruled by a prince; a territory under the sovereignty of a prince or princess
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌprɪnsɪˈpæləti/
Example Sentences
- The principality of Monaco is so small that you can walk across it in 30 minutes - probably faster than finding a parking spot there!
- Liechtenstein is a principality nestled between Switzerland and Austria.
- He inherited the principality from his father and now rules over 500 people and 2 cows.
principality
NOUN[/ˌprɪnsɪˈpæləti/]
a state ruled by a prince; a territory under the sovereignty of a prince or princess
a state ruled by a prince; a territory under the sovereignty of a prince or princess
A principality tests personality against reality.
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“The principality of Monaco is so small that you can walk across it in 30 minutes - probably faster than finding a parking spot there!”
“Liechtenstein is a principality nestled between Switzerland and Austria.”
“He inherited the principality from his father and now rules over 500 people and 2 cows.”
“The medieval principality was known for its strategic location along trade routes.”
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