Word · Frequency #2436
dukes
公爵
dukes is the plural of duke.
a nobleman of the highest rank, especially in Britain; the male ruler of a duchy or small state; the title held by such a nobleman
- 1.
The male ruler of a duchy (female equivalent: duchess).
公爵领地的男性统治者(女性相当于公爵夫人)
- 2.
The title of a duke.
公爵的头衔
- 3.
a British peer of the highest rank
英国最高等级的贵族
- 4.
The sovereign of a small state.
小国的君主
- 5.
a nobleman (in various countries) of high rank
(各国)高级贵族
- 6.
A high title of nobility; the male holder of a dukedom.
贵族的高级头衔;公国的男性持有者
- 7.
A grand duke.
大公
- 8.
Any of various nymphalid butterflies of the Asian genera Bassarona and Dophla.
亚洲属的各种蛱蝶
大公;公爵蛱蝶;亚洲蛱蝶;公爵领地的男性统治者(女性相当于公爵夫人);公爵的头衔;英国最高等级的贵族
In use
The duke ruled the small territory with fairness and wisdom.
She was invited to the palace ball where the duke greeted every guest personally.
In some countries, the title of duke is inherited by the eldest son.
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Learner notes
Grammar Note
duke 的复数形式为 dukes;阴性对应词为 duchess。
Usage priority
Collins 词频等级为 1,建议结合例句记忆,而不是只背中文释义。
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