marquessate

/ˈmɑrkwɪsɪt/
noun
  1. The rank or territory of a marquess.
    • The marquessate included several villages and a forest.
    • She studied the history of the marquessate for her research paper.
    • He was granted the marquessate after years of loyal service.
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