Definitions of marquise [ɑrˈkiz]

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Definition of 'marquise'

Random House Webster's College Dictionary

1. (n.) marquise
the wife or widow of a marquis.

2. marquise
a woman holding a rank equal to that of a marquis.

3. marquise
a gem cut in this style.

Etymology: (1700–10; < F: fem. of

Definition of 'marquise'

Princeton's WordNet

1. (noun) marchioness, marquise
a noblewoman ranking below a duchess and above a countess

2. (noun) marquee, marquise
permanent canopy over an entrance of a hotel etc.

Definition of 'marquise'

Webster Dictionary

1. (noun) marquise
the wife of a marquis; a marchioness

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