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lord⋅ship

  [lawrd-ship]
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–noun
1. (often initial capital letter) a term of respect used when speaking of or to certain noblemen (usually prec. by his or your).
2. the state or dignity of a lord.
3. the authority or power of a lord.
4. the domain of a lord.
5. British. (often initial capital letter) a term of respect used when speaking of or to judges (usually prec. by his or your).
Origin:
bef. 900; ME; OE hlāfordscipe. See lord, -ship
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lord·ship   (lôrd'shĭp')   
n.  

  1. often Lordship Used with Your, His, or Their as a title and form of address for a man or men holding the rank of lord.

  2. The position or authority of a lord.

  3. The territory belonging to a feudal lord.

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