1. the domain or territory ruled by a jarl (a Scandinavian nobleman or chief)
Usage: historical; often used in reference to medieval Scandinavia
2. the rank, title, or position of a jarl
Usage: historical

Examples

• The Viking jarl expanded his jarldom along the Norwegian coast.
• In medieval Scandinavia, a jarldom was a significant territorial holding.
• The jarl's son inherited the jarldom after his father's death.
• Several jarldoms competed for control of the trade routes.
• The jarldom was eventually absorbed into the growing kingdom.