What is another word for thane?

Pronunciation: [θˈe͡ɪn] (IPA)

The word "thane" has few synonyms in English language. The most commonly used synonym is "baron," which refers to a member of the nobility, often a landowner or holder of a high rank. Another synonym is "lord," which means a person who holds power or authority over others. "Earl" is another synonym for "thane," which is a nobleman of high rank. The word "viscount" is also sometimes used as a synonym as it refers to a nobleman ranking below an earl but above a baron. However, these synonyms are not entirely interchangeable and are used in different contexts.

What are the hypernyms for Thane?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Thane?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.

Usage examples for Thane

He glanced across at thane, strapping his couch belts at the other side of the compartment.
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Mark Ganes
He stared in silence at thane for a moment.
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thane glanced at his watch and got back onto his couch.
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Famous quotes with Thane

  • If a gentleman, or an inferior thane, killed a stag in the king's forests, he was degraded from his rank; if a ceorl, or husbandman, committed the same offence, he was reduced to slavery; and if a slave killed one, he suffered death. Magistrates were appointed, in every county, or shire, to put these laws in execution, and under them were appointed inferior officers or gamekeepers, whose province it was to apprehend the offenders.
    Joseph Strutt

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