Dictionary

lordship

noun lord·ship \ˈlrd-ˌship\

: the authority, power, or territory of a lord

Full Definition of LORDSHIP

1
a :  the rank or dignity of a lord —used as a title
b :  the authority or power of a lord :  dominion
2
:  the territory under the jurisdiction of a lord :  seigniory
ADVERTISEMENT

First Known Use of LORDSHIP

before 12th century
LORDSHIP Defined for Kids

lordship

noun lord·ship \ˈlrd-ˌship\

Definition of LORDSHIP for Kids

:  the rank or dignity of a lord —used as a title <His Lordship is not at home.>

Browse

Next Word in the Dictionary: lords ordainersPrevious Word in the Dictionary: Lord's dayAll Words Near: lordship
ADVERTISEMENT
How to use a word that (literally) drives some people nuts.
Test your vocab with our fun, fast game
Ailurophobia, and 9 other unusual fears