bar·o·ny (b r  -n )n. pl. bar·o·nies 1. The domain of a baron. 2. The rank or dignity of a baron. |
barony [ˈbærənɪ]
n pl -nies
1. (History / Heraldry)
a. the domain of a baron
b. (in Ireland) a division of a county
c. (in Scotland) a large estate or manor
2. (History / Heraldry) the rank or dignity of a baron
3. a sphere of influence dominated by an industrial magnate or other powerful individual
ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
| Noun | 1. | barony - the estate of a baron acres, demesne, landed estate, estate, land - extensive landed property (especially in the country) retained by the owner for his own use; "the family owned a large estate on Long Island" |
| 2. | barony - the rank or dignity or position of a baronet or baroness rank - relative status; "his salary was determined by his rank and seniority" | |
| 3. | barony - the domain of a baron |
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