Definitions
Authority, rule, or status associated with a noble title.
Word origin
From Middle English lordschipe, from Old English hlāfordsċiepe, equivalent to lord + -ship. Cognate with Scots lairdschip. Doublet of lairdship.
Used in a sentence
“For example, we know that Alfred did connect land tenure with lordship and that he was particularly interested in questions of military service[…]”
“Lordship entails both privilege and responsibility. Lords have power over their subjects, but that power is granted them so that they can protect and provide for others.”
“May I ask that the order be granted, if your lordship so pleases?”
Source: Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0
Used as a crossword answer1 curated clues
01“Noble title”8 letters
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