principality: Meaning and Definition of

prin•ci•pal•i•ty

1. a state ruled by a prince, usually a relatively small state or a state that falls within a larger state such as an empire.
2. the position or authority of a prince or chief ruler; sovereignty; supreme power.
3. the rule of a prince of a small or subordinate state.
4. Wales.
1. an order of angels. Cf.angel(def. 1).
2. supramundane powers often in conflict with God. Ephes. 6:12.
6. preeminence.