lordship
Translation
lordship, dominion, manor
Examples
We addressed the judge as 'Your Lordship'.
We addressed the judge as 'Your Lordship'.
He held lordship over a vast area of land.
He held lordship over a vast area of land.
Grammar Patterns
((Your/His)) Lordship a form of address for a judge or lord We must ask His Lordship for permission.
((lordship)) ((over sth.)) control or power over an area He exercised lordship over the northern territories.
Similar Words
Synonyms: dominion, rule, authority, sovereignty
Etymology
From 'lord' + '-ship' (a suffix indicating state, condition, or quality).
Memory Tips
Think of the 'ship' of a 'lord' – the state or domain he commands.