noun as in strong fondness

Word Combinations

Example:He descended from a family of lordships and was very proud of his heritage.

Definition:The status or quality of being a lord or nobleman

From lordship

Example:He was awarded a peerage, thus becoming a member of the higher houses of parliament.

Definition:A class in the aristocracy, especially in the United Kingdom, consisting of peers (lords) and their wives

From peerage

Example:The king granted lordships and fiefdoms to his loyal supporters to reward their service.

Definition:A territory or property held by a vassal in exchange for service to a lord

From fiefdom