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lordship

The correct spelling is lordship.

How to pronounce lordship

noun

IPA: /ˈlɔːd.ʃɪp/

Say it like: Lor-dsh-ip

The correct spelling is lordship. The state or condition of being a lord. For example: "May I ask that the order be granted, if your lordship so pleases?"

Usage Examples

May I ask that the order be granted, if your lordship so pleases?

Definition

noun

  1. 1.The state or condition of being a lord.
  2. 2.(hence, with "his" or "your", often capitalised) Title applied to a lord, bishop, judge, or another man with a title.
  3. 3.(with "his" or "your") A boy or man who is behaving in a seigneurial manner or acting like a lord, behaving in a bossy manner or lording it up
  4. 4.Seigniory; domain; the territory over which a lord holds jurisdiction; a manor.
  5. 5.Dominion; power; authority.

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