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    Duke

    /djuːk/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A person of the highest hereditary rank in Britain and some other countries, typically just below a marquess.
    The Duke of Edinburgh was a prominent royal figure.
    A nobleman of high rank in certain European countries.
    The duke hosted a lavish banquet at his castle.
    A title of nobility, often associated with the ownership of great estates.
    Hereditary titles such as duke have been passed down through generations.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'ducis', meaning leader.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Duke it out
    To fight or contend with someone.
    Duke's mixture
    A mix of various things, often referring to a blend of different elements.

    Related Words

    duchess
    The female equivalent of a duke.
    duchy
    The territory ruled by a duke.

    Slang Meanings

    To duke someone
    To confront someone or challenge them.
    Duke it out
    They decided to duke it out in the boxing ring.