Principality
[prin-suh-pal-i-tee] /ˌprɪn səˈpæl ɪ ti/
noun, plural principalities.
1.
a state ruled by a prince, usually a relatively small state or a state that falls within a larger state such as an empire.
2.
the position or authority of a prince or chief ruler; sovereignty; supreme power.
3.
the rule of a prince of a small or subordinate state.
4.
the Principality, British. Wales.
5.
principalities, Theology.
an order of angels.
Compare angel (def 1).
supramundane powers often in conflict with God. Ephes. 6:12.
6.
Obsolete. preeminence.
principality
/ˌprɪnsɪˈpælɪtɪ/
noun (pl) -ties
1.
a territory ruled by a prince
a territory from which a prince draws his title
2.
the dignity or authority of a prince
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