"grand-duc" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: From French grand-duc. Etymology templates: {{bor|en|fr|grand-duc}} French grand-duc Head templates: {{en-noun|?}} grand-duc
  1. A French grand duke. Categories (topical): Nobility Synonyms: grand duc Related terms: duc
    Sense id: en-grand-duc-en-noun-7CWaIP7R Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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