principality

American  

[prin-suh-pal-i-tee] / ˌprɪn səˈpæl ɪ ti /

noun

plural

principalities

1. a state ruled by a prince, usually a relatively small state or a state that falls within a larger state such as an empire.

2. the position or authority of a prince or chief ruler; sovereignty; supreme power.

3. the rule of a prince of a small or subordinate state.

4. British. the Principality, Wales.

5. Theology. principalities,

   1. an order of angels.

   2. supramundane powers often in conflict with God. Ephesians 6:12.

6. Obsolete. preeminence.

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principality British  

/ ˌprɪnsɪˈpælɪtɪ /

noun

1. 1. a territory ruled by a prince

   2. a territory from which a prince draws his title

2. the dignity or authority of a prince

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Etymology

Origin of principality

First recorded in 1300–50; Middle English principalite, from Old French, from Late Latin prīncipālitās “first place, superiority” ( Medieval Latin: “authority or territory of a prince”). See principal, -ity

Example Sentences

They will go to Monaco for the first leg and will be wary of the principality side who beat them there in Ligue 1 in November.

From Barron's

Monaco's problems showed few signs of abating as they drew 0-0 at Le Havre to leave the principality club with just one victory in nine outings, dropping them down into 10th place.

From Barron's

Yes, you can enjoy the principality of Monaco, with its casinos, yachts and Grand Prix, without a princely budget.

From The Wall Street Journal

At the latter, I hopped off the bus and headed for the Maison des Pâtes in the principality’s excellent covered food market.

From The Wall Street Journal

The circuit is a unique challenge for drivers, with roads around the principality narrow with tight turns and a mile-long tunnel.

From BBC

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