noun
- a count palatine, especially in the Holy Roman Empire
Usage: historical
Examples
- The palsgrave ruled over his territory with considerable autonomy.
- Frederick V served as Elector Palatine and palsgrave of the Rhine.
- The title of palsgrave carried both military and judicial responsibilities.
- Medieval palsgraves often controlled strategic border regions.
- The palsgrave’s court was known for its cultural patronage.