duke
Translation
duke
Examples
The Duke of Edinburgh attended the event.
The Duke of Edinburgh attended the event.
He was made a duke for his service.
He was made a duke for his service.
Grammar Patterns
((the Duke of sth.)) a title for a nobleman The Duke of Edinburgh attended the event.
Similar Words
Synonyms: nobleman, aristocrat, peer
Etymology
From Old French 'duc', from Latin 'dux' meaning 'leader'.
Memory Tips
Think of the Latin root 'dux' (leader). A duke is a high-ranking nobleman, historically a leader of a territory.