Lordship Definition & Meaning

lordship
noun
  1. a title used to address any British peer except a duke and extended to a bishop or a judge; "Your Lordship"; "His Lordship"
  2. the authority of a lord

"Lordship" in song lyrics

See how lordship is used in real songs:

  • "hs lordship"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "lordship"

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