earl
Aussprache: [ɜrl]
Wort
Kontext: „title“
(noun) a high-ranking nobleman in some countries, especially in the UK. An earl is important and has a lot of land and responsibility. They are like a lord but below a marquess.
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The earl hosted a grand party at his castle to celebrate the harvest.
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She did not want to marry an earl because she preferred a simpler life.
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What kind of duties does an earl have in their community?
Kontext: „historical“
(noun) a title of nobility from the past, used especially in medieval times. Earls helped the king to govern and protect the land.
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Back in the medieval days, earls played a crucial role in the kingdom's defense.
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Today, earls do not have the same power they once did in history.
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How did the role of an earl change over time?
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