capitainerie

Middle English

/kap(ə)ˈtɛi̯n(ə)riː(ə)/

noun
Definitions
  • The position of a military adminstrator of a fort or settlement.

Etymology

Borrowed from Middle French capitainerie affix from Middle English capitain.

Origin

Middle English

capitain

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