principality
[ prin-suh-pal-i-tee ]
/ ˌprɪn səˈpæl ɪ ti /
noun, plural prin·ci·pal·i·ties.
a state ruled by a prince, usually a relatively small state or a state that falls within a larger state such as an empire.
the position or authority of a prince or chief ruler; sovereignty; supreme power.
the rule of a prince of a small or subordinate state.
the Principality, British.
Wales.
principalities, Theology.
- an order of angels.Compare angel(def 1).
- supramundane powers often in conflict with God. Ephes. 6:12.
Obsolete.
preeminence.
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British Dictionary definitions for principality
principality
/ (ˌprɪnsɪˈpælɪtɪ) /
noun plural -ties
- a territory ruled by a prince
- a territory from which a prince draws his title
the dignity or authority of a prince
Word Origin for principality
C14 (in the sense: pre-eminence): via Old French from Latin
principālis
principal