Viscountcy
/ˈvaɪkaʊntsi/
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Nobility Context
Used in contexts discussing the British or European aristocracy, not typically found in everyday conversations.
After the ceremony, he officially became part of the viscountcy.
Pro Tip 2/3Inheritance Common
Often associated with inheritance; many viscountcies are passed down through family generations.
Her family was upset when the viscountcy passed to a distant relative.
Pro Tip 3/3Historical Value
The term can evoke historical and traditional connotations, referring to longstanding family honor.
The viscountcy held historical significance for the town.
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