margravate

/ˈmɑrɡrəveɪt/
noun
  1. The territory or domain ruled by a margrave (a noble title in medieval Europe, similar to a marquis).
    • The margravate of Brandenburg was an important state in the Holy Roman Empire.
    • The map showed the borders of the margravate stretching from the river to the mountains.
    • He inherited the margravate after his father's death and became responsible for its defense.
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