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marquises

The word “marquises” has 3 syllables: mar-quis-es

It's pronounced as /ˈmɑrˌkizɪz/

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In the thesaurus, “marquises” has 20 synonyms.

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Synonyms for marquises

Meanings of marquises

  • noun
    1. A nobleman in England, France, and Germany, of a rank next below that of duke, but above a count. Originally, the marquis was an officer whose duty was to guard the marches or frontiers of the kingdom. The office has ceased, and the name is now a mere title conferred by letters patent or letters close.
    2. Any of various nymphalid butterflies of the Asian genus Bassarona.
    3. A marchioness, especially one who is French.
    4. A marquee.
    5. (jewelry) An oval cut diamond with pointed ends.
    6. A canopy, usually of glass, set as a shelter over a door opening onto a terrace or pavement.
    7. A style of parasol of the mid-19th century.
    8. A rich dessert made with dark chocolate, butter, sugar, cocoa powder, eggs and cream.

Example Sentences

  • The royal court was filled with marquises and other nobility attending the ceremony.
  • Several marquises from different regions came to pledge their loyalty to the king.
  • The fashion styles of the marquises influenced trends throughout the empire.
  • Historic records detail the roles marquises played in diplomatic negotiations.
  • The palace hosted a banquet in honor of visiting marquises and dukes.

On this page you'll find 20 synonyms or another words to marquises, such as: baronesses, countesses, dames, dowagers, duchesses, gentlewomen, ladies.

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