marquise
nounfeminine/mɐɾˈkezɐ/medium
mar·que·sa
Definition
Female noble title, wife of a marquis or woman who holds the title of marquise.
The marquise received the guests in her palace.
The title of marquise was granted by the crown.
Common collocations
marquise oftitle of marquise
Etymology
Do francês 'marquise', derivado de 'marquis' (marquês).