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Word History
Middle English erl, from Old English eorl warrior, nobleman; akin to Old Norse jarl warrior, nobleman
12th century, in the meaning defined above
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“Earl.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/earl. Accessed 4 Nov. 2024.
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