adeldom

Dutch

Etymology

From adel +‎ -dom.

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /ˈaː.dəlˌdɔm/
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  • Hyphenation: adel‧dom

Noun

adeldom m (uncountable)

  1. nobility
    Zijn adeldom werd erkend door de koning. ― His nobility was recognized by the king.
    De adeldom bracht zowel privileges als verantwoordelijkheden met zich mee. ― The nobility came with both privileges and responsibilities.
    Velen streven naar adeldom en de eer die het met zich meebrengt. ― Many aspire to nobility and the honor it carries.
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