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  1. 1. n. An earldom; the domain of a count or earl. Source: opted
  2. 2. n. A circuit or particular portion of a state or kingdom, separated from the rest of the territory, for certain purposes in the administration of justice and public affairs; -- called also a shire. See Shire. Source: opted
  3. 3. n. A count; an earl or lord. Source: opted
  4. 4. n. (United Kingdom) a region created by territorial division for the purpose of local government Source: wordnet
  5. 5. n. (United States) the largest administrative district within a state Source: wordnet
  6. 6. n:100 n. (United Kingdom) a region created by territorial division for the purpose of local government n. (United States) the largest administrative district within a state Source: ecdict

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