Etymoleon - Word History, the etymology podcast.

5. Royal and Noble Titles


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This episode explores the etymology behind royal titles and ranks of nobility. The titles of Lord and Lady have an interesting history connected to bread, both originating from the Old English word for bread which was hlaf - the root of the word loaf. This episode uncovers what is known about the origins of the words King, Queen, Duke/Duchess, Prince/Princess, Marquess/Marchioness, Earl, Count/Countess and Baron/Baroness.

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