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marquise

nounfemininegeneral usecommon/mɐɾˈkezɐ/mar·que·sa

Definition

1

Female noble title, wife of a marquis or woman who holds the title of marquise.

Usage examples

The marquise received the guests in her palace.
The title of marquise was granted by the crown.

Common combinations

marquise oftitle of marquise