earl
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Definition
An earl is a British nobleman with a hereditary title. It is a rank in the traditional system of nobility, roughly similar to a count in many other European countries.
Usage & Nuances
Used mainly in historical, royal, or formal contexts, not in everyday modern life. In British nobility, 'earl' is the English title where many other languages use an equivalent of 'count'; common patterns include 'the Earl of + place' and references to inheritance or aristocratic families.
Example Sentences
The earl lived in a large stone castle.
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Her father was an earl.
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The king invited the earl to dinner.
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In that period drama, the earl is more interesting than the prince.
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Apparently, she's related to an earl on her mother's side.
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He inherited the title of earl after his uncle died.
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