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demesne

noun

/dɪˈmeɪn/

Meaning

Land attached to a manor and retained for the owner's use.

The castle was surrounded by its vast demesne.

estate, domain, manor, property

public land, commons

vast demesne, royal demesne, private demesne, demesne land

A raised mark on the skin, usually from a blow or allergic reaction.

A danger or risk.

An old collectible item that has high value because of its age and rarity.

The tendency to act quickly and without thought or care; lack of self-control.

The accomplishment of an aim or purpose; the attainment of popularity or profit.

Equipment or apparatus for a particular purpose; also a toothed wheel in machinery.