1. plural of duchy; territories ruled by dukes or duchesses

Examples

• The medieval duchies of Normandy and Burgundy were powerful regions.
• Several duchies formed alliances against the king.
• The map showed the boundaries of various duchies in 15th-century Europe.
• These duchies maintained their own armies and laws.
• The Grand Duchy of Luxembourg is one of the few remaining duchies today.
• Historical duchies often controlled important trade routes.