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demesne

Pronunciation: [dɪˈmeɪn]

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Learn how to use demesne in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “land ownership”

(noun) a piece of land that a lord owned and worked on, or land that someone uses for their own farming. Think of it as the land that goes along with a castle or big house that shows it belongs to someone important.

Example

The duke proudly showed his demesne, which was filled with beautiful gardens and crops.

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The neighboring property is not a demesne; it is just a small plot of land with no special title.

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What kind of crops are grown on the lord's demesne?

Context: “historical feudal system”

(noun) land that was directly used by a feudal lord and that provided him with resources. It was like the central area of his estate where he could earn his living.

Example

In ancient times, the lord relied on his demesne to support his household.

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Unlike the serfs who worked the fields, the king's demesne was not to be shared.

Example

How much of the land was considered as demesne during the feudal period?

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Pronunciation: [dɪˈmeɪn]

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