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Marquess

noun

Nobleman (in various countries) ranking above a count. Synonym: marquis.

A British peer ranking below a duke and above an earl.

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Etymology of 'Marquess'

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First Marquess Cornwallis

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"Marquess" Quotes from Famous Books

... distinguished friend was there, and was talking to Lady Rotherwood about Italian progress, and there was only time for an inquiry and reply as to the success of the search for a house before dinner was announced—-the little girls disappeared, and the Marquess gave his arm to his ...

— Beechcroft at Rockstone • Charlotte M. Yonge

Words linked to "Marquess" : noble, nobleman, peer, lord, First Marquess Cornwallis