grand duke
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noun
the sovereign of a territory called a grand duchy, ranking next below a king.
a son of a czar or of a czar's son.
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Origin of grand duke
First recorded in 1685–95
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Examples from the Web for grand duke
Historical Examples of grand duke
Frederick assumed the title of grand-duke on the 5th of September 1856.
The grand-duke had come to demand the Princess of Wirtemberg in marriage.
Her father had been ennobled by the Grand-Duke, and she had been his heiress.
Historic OdditiesSabine Baring-Gould
It was called 'The Grand-duke's hotel,' and was a smart place.
My Austrian LoveMaxime Provost
He saw the Grand-duke advancing, and holding out his hand in a manner the most gracious.
ConingsbyBenjamin Disraeli
grand duke
noun
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