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archduke.

The son or male-line grandson of an emperor of the Austro-Hungarian Empire.

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Meaning & usage

noun
  1. The son or male-line grandson of an emperor of the Austro-Hungarian Empire.

    historical
    World War I traditionally started with the assassination of Archduke Francis (Franz) Ferdinand.
  2. The ruler of an archduchy, in particular the Archduchy of Austria.

    historical
Where this word comes from

From Middle French archeduc (modern French archiduc), from Latin archidux. Equivalent to arch- + duke.

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