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fiefdom

The correct spelling is fiefdom.

How to pronounce fiefdom

noun

IPA: /ˈfiːf.dəm/

Say it like: Fee-fdo-m

The correct spelling is fiefdom. The estate controlled by a feudal lord; a fief. For example: "The duke's fiefdom had been greatly expanded as a reward for his dutiful military service on behalf of the king."

Usage Examples

The duke's fiefdom had been greatly expanded as a reward for his dutiful military service on behalf of the king.

Most of our company's computers are standardized, but the IT director allows the employees in his own little fiefdom to specify their own machines.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.The estate controlled by a feudal lord; a fief.
  2. 2.(by extension) Any organization in the control of a dominant individual.

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