mormaer

[US]/ˈmɔːrmɑːr/
[UK]/ˈmɔːrmɑːr/

Translation

n.A Scottish noble of high rank, especially a territorial lord in medieval Scotland, equivalent to an earl
Word Forms
Pluralmormaers

Phrases & Collocations

the mormaer

mormaer of

mormaerdom

scottish mormaer

ancient mormaer

mormaer's rule

great mormaer

mormaer title

early mormaers

mormaer held

Example Sentences

the mormaer of strathearn governed his lands with wisdom and authority.

ancient mormaers ruled the scottish highlands before the earldoms were established.

the powerful mormaer controlled vast territories in the medieval period.

a hereditary mormaer passed his title down through generations.

the mormaer's castle stood as a symbol of his power and prestige.

scottish mormaers played important roles in regional governance.

the title of mormaer evolved into the english earldom over time.

historical records document the mormaers' influence on local affairs.

the mormaer system represented a unique form of gaelic lordship.

many clans claimed descent from noble mormaer families.

the appointed mormaer swore loyalty to the scottish crown.

traditional mormaer authority declined after norman influence spread.

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