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Meaning of the word earl in English

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earl

US /ɝːl/
UK /ɜːl/
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Noun

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

Example:
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The Earl of Sandwich is credited with inventing the sandwich.
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He inherited the title of Earl from his father.
Synonym:
count nobleman peer
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