Earl

Pronunciation: /ɜrl/

Definitions of earl

noun a British nobleman ranking above a viscount and below a marquess

Example Sentences

A1 The earl lived in a big castle.

A2 The earl was known for his generosity towards the villagers.

B1 The earl inherited the title from his father.

B2 The earl's estate covered vast lands and included several manors.

C1 The earl was a prominent figure in the political landscape of the region.

C2 The earl's lineage can be traced back to the medieval times.

Examples of earl in a Sentence

formal The earl was known for his impeccable manners and sense of duty.

informal I heard the earl is throwing a lavish party next weekend.

slang That earl dude is always dressed to impress.

figurative She was the earl of the office, always in charge and respected by all.

Grammatical Forms of earl

• past tense: earled
• plural: earls
• comparative: more Earl-like
• superlative: most Earl-like
• present tense: earls
• future tense: will earl
• perfect tense: have earled
• continuous tense: is earling
• singular: earl
• positive degree: earl
• infinitive: to earl
• gerund: earling
• participle: earled

Origin and Evolution of earl

First Known Use: 0800 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'earl' originated from Old English 'eorl', which means a nobleman or warrior.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'earl' shifted from a specific rank in Anglo-Saxon society to a hereditary title in the peerage system of England.