Noble's rank or lands (7)

I believe the answer is:

dukedom

(Other definitions for dukedom that I've seen before include "Highest title of aristocracy" , "Duchy" , "Noble's position" , "Title or lands of high ranking nobleman" , "Hereditary title" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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