Marquis
/ˈmɑːrkwɪs/
Definitions
- (n.) A nobleman ranking above an earl and below a duke.
The marquis presided over the regional estates with considerable authority.
Forms
- marquess
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Commentary
The term 'marquis' is often used interchangeably with 'marquess' in British peerage, though spelling varies by region.
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