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Archduke - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

archduke

/ˈɑrkˌduk/ /ˈɑːtʃˌdjuːk/

Definition:

A nobleman of high rank, especially in historical Austrian or German royalty.

Synonyms:

prince, nobleman, aristocrat, sovereign

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

commoner, peasant

Common Collocations:

archduke of Austria, royal archduke, imperial archduke

Derivatives:

archducal, archduchy

Usage Tips:

Use "archduke" to refer to a high-ranking noble title, especially in historical Habsburg contexts.

Common Phrases:

Archduke Ferdinand, heir to the throne, royal archduke

Etymology:

Derived from Greek "archos" (chief) and Old French "duc" (leader), via Latin "dux."

Examples:

  • 1. The archduke ruled over a vast territory in Europe.
  • 2. She studied the life of an Austrian archduke in history class.
  • 3. The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand sparked World War I.
  • 4. An archduke often held significant political and military power.

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