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princedoms

British  
/ ˈprɪnsdəmz /

plural noun

  1. (often capital) another term for principalities

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But by extending its grasp over Poland’s state-controlled companies, which Mr Jackiewicz likened to “sovereign princedoms”, PiS has strengthened its base.

From Economist

It begins as envoys work to unite the princedoms of old Russia under Moscow.

From Washington Post

For a second or two we could understand the awe that greeted the Mongol armies as they descended on Russia’s princedoms in the 13th century.

From New York Times

The present chaotic condition of Protestant princedoms in Germany may answer the purpose almost as well as a period of abeyance.

From Project Gutenberg

“Here, all ye Angels, prodigy of light, “Thrones, dominions, princedoms, virtues, pow’rs!

From Project Gutenberg