noun
- the rank, office, or position of a prince
- the territory or domain ruled by a prince
Usage: formal; often historical or ceremonial
Usage: formal; archaic
Examples
- He inherited the princeship upon his father's death.
- The princeship of Monaco is one of Europe's smallest territories.
- She was elevated to princeship through royal decree.
- The ancient princeship controlled vast lands and resources.
- His claim to the princeship was disputed by rival factions.