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demesnes

The word “demesnes” has 2 syllables: de-mesnes

It's pronounced as /dɪˈmeɪnz/

What is synonym and antonym for demesnes?

In the thesaurus, “demesnes” has 85 synonyms and 10 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for demesnes along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for demesnes

Antonyms for demesnes

  • borrowed property
  • commons
  • communal lands
  • leased lands
  • open territory
  • public lands
  • rentals
  • shared property
  • tenancies
  • unowned land

Meanings of demesnes

  • noun
    1. A lord’s chief manor place, with that part of the lands belonging thereto which has not been granted out in tenancy; a house, and the land adjoining, kept for the proprietor’s own use.
    2. A region or area; a domain.

Example Sentences

  • The nobles controlled large demesnes throughout the kingdom.
  • Several royal demesnes were managed directly by the crown.
  • The map showed the boundaries of the ancient demesnes.
  • Wealthy families expanded their demesnes through land purchases.
  • The historian studied how medieval demesnes operated economically.

On this page you'll find 95 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to demesnes, such as: acres, ambits, amplitudes, areas, arenas, backyards, bailiwicks.

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