landgrave

[ land-greyv ]

noun

1. (in medieval Germany) a count having jurisdiction over a large territory.
2. (usually initial capital letter) the title of certain German princes.

landgrave

/ ˈlændˌɡreɪv /

noun

1. (from the 13th century to 1806) a count who ruled over a specified territory
2. (after 1806) the title of any of various sovereign princes in central Germany

Word History and Origins

Origin of landgrave¹

From Middle Low German, dating back to 1510–20; land, margrave

Word History and Origins

Origin of landgrave¹

C16: via German, from Middle High German lantgrāve, from lant land + grāve count

Example Sentences

A treaty was made with the Landgrave of Hesse Cassel for the hire of troops, and the naval and military forces were augmented.

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By this time Elizabeth had two children, and the Landgrave was rejoiced.

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The Landgrave of Hesse declared he would have nothing to do with a project intended solely to sow divisions in the empire.

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The Landgrave William deserves to descend to immortality with the heroic race of Ernest.

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The Landgrave perceived that the discussion was growing hot; and as the repast was waiting, he broke off the contest.

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