A male nobleman of the highest hereditary rank, especially in some European countries, ranking just below a prince. noun
The duke attended the royal banquet with his family.
She was introduced to the duke during her visit to the castle.
In British slang, 'dukes' can refer to fists, often used in the context of fighting. noun
He raised his dukes, ready to defend himself.
They told him to put up his dukes if he wanted to fight.
To fight or engage in a physical altercation, often used in the phrase 'duke it out'. verb
The two boxers were set to duke it out in the ring.
They decided to duke it out rather than continue arguing.