palatinate
/pəˈlætɪnɪt/
noun
- A territory or region ruled by a palatine lord or prince.
- The Palatinate was a historic region in Germany known for its vineyards.
- Travelers explored the ancient palatinate, visiting its castles and towns.
- The prince governed his palatinate with authority over local nobles.
- A person who is a native or inhabitant of the Palatinate region.
- The festival featured traditional dances performed by Palatinates in costume.
- Many Palatinates settled in Pennsylvania during the colonial period.
- My grandmother was a Palatinate who emigrated to America in the 1920s.
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