noblewoman
/'noubl,wumən/
Definition
Noun: 1. A woman belonging to the nobility; a woman of high social rank by birth or marriage, especially one holding a title. This term specifically refers to a woman who is a member of the peerage or aristocratic class, such as a duchess, countess, baroness, or lady.
Usage
The word "noblewoman" is used to identify a woman's aristocratic status. It is a formal term, often used in historical or societal contexts. - It functions as a subject or object in a sentence. - It is typically used in singular form; the plural is "noblewomen."
Examples
- The noblewoman presided over the charity ball with grace.
- In the 18th century, a noblewoman's primary duties often involved managing the household estate.
- The portrait depicted a noblewoman in an elaborate gown.
Advanced Usage
- "To the manner born": This phrase, often associated with nobility, can describe a noblewoman who is naturally suited to her high-status position due to her upbringing.
- She handled the diplomatic crisis with a poise that suggested she was a noblewoman to the manner born.
Variants and Related Words
- Nobility (n): The social class of people holding noble titles.
- Aristocrat (n): A broader term for a member of the nobility, which can include men and women.
- Peeress (n): Specifically a woman who holds a peerage title (e.g., duchess, marchioness, countess, viscountess, baroness) in her own right or by marriage.
- Lady (n): A title for a woman of noble rank, or a polite term for a woman; also used as a less specific synonym for a noblewoman.
Synonyms
- Aristocrat: A member of the aristocracy.
- Peeress: A woman who is a peer.
- Lady (in the context of title/rank): A woman of high noble standing.
Antonyms
- Commoner: A person without noble rank or title.
- Plebeian: A member of the common people (often used in historical contexts).
Noun
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a woman of the peerage in Britain
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