baroness
/'bærənis/
Definition
- Noun:
- A woman holding the rank of baron in her own right: A baroness is a female member of the nobility who possesses the title of baron independently, typically through inheritance or grant.
- The wife or widow of a baron: A baroness can also refer to a woman who holds the title by virtue of being married to a baron.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The Baroness von Trapp was famous for her family's story. (This refers to a woman holding the title, often as a widow.)
- She was made a baroness for her services to literature. (This refers to a woman who received the title in her own right.)
- As a baroness, she had a seat in the House of Lords. (This refers to the status and role of a woman with the title.)
Advanced Usage
- "Baroness" as a form of address: When addressing or referring to a baroness, the title "Baroness" is used before her surname or the name of the barony.
- Baroness Thatcher was a prominent political figure.
- May I introduce Baroness Jones?
Variants and Related Words
- Baron (noun): The male equivalent; a man holding the rank of baron.
- The baron owned vast estates.
- Barony (noun): The rank, domain, or dignity of a baron or baroness.
- She inherited the barony from her father.
Synonyms
- Peeress: A woman who holds a peerage; a general term for a female member of the nobility.
- Noblewoman: A woman belonging to the nobility by birth or marriage.
Related Phrases
- Life baroness: A woman who is granted the title of baroness for her lifetime, but which is not hereditary. She is a member of the House of Lords.
- She was created a life baroness in 2001.
Noun
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a noblewoman who holds the rank of baron or who is the wife or widow of a baron
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