duchesse de valentinois
Definition
- Proper noun:
- A French noblewoman and royal mistress: "Duchesse de Valentinois" refers to Diane de Poitiers, a French noblewoman who was the official royal mistress of King Henry II of France. She held significant political influence during his reign.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The Duchesse de Valentinois was known for her beauty and political acumen.
- Historians often compare the influence of the Duchesse de Valentinois with that of Queen Catherine de' Medici.
Advanced Usage
- Historical Reference: The title is used primarily in historical contexts to refer to Diane de Poitiers and her unique position of power.
- The court intrigues involving the Duchesse de Valentinois are a popular subject for historical novels.
Variants and Related Words
- Diane de Poitiers: The birth name of the woman who held the title Duchesse de Valentinois.
- Royal Mistress: A term for a king's official favorite, which describes her role.
Synonyms
- Favorite: A person treated with special favor, often by a ruler.
- Courtier: A person who attends a royal court as a companion or adviser to the king or queen.
Related Phrases
- Power behind the throne: A person who exerts great political influence without holding formal office, a description often applied to the Duchesse de Valentinois.
- As the king's favorite, she was considered the power behind the throne.
Noun
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French noblewoman who was the mistress of Henry II; she had more influence over him than did his wife Catherine de Medicis (1499-1566)
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