County

An earldom; the domain of a count or earl.

A circuit or particular portion of a state or kingdom, separated from the rest of the territory, for certain purposes in the administration of justice and public affairs; -- called also a shire. See Shire.

A count; an earl or lord.

(United Kingdom) a region created by territorial division for the purpose of local government; "the county has a population of 12,345 people"