Jarl
- A noble rank in Scandinavian countries during the Viking Age and the Middle Ages, equivalent to an earl in England. A jarl was typically a chieftain or a high-ranking nobleman who ruled over a territory or served as a deputy to the king. nounThe jarl governed the region with fairness and strength, ensuring peace among the clans.During the Viking Age, a jarl was often responsible for leading raids and managing the king's lands.