baronesses
|bar-on-ess|
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/ˈbærənəs/
(baroness)
female baron
Etymology
Etymology Information
'baroness' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'baronesse', where 'baron' referred to a baron and the suffix '-esse' marked the feminine form.
Historical Evolution
'baroness' changed from Old French 'baronesse' into Middle English 'baroness' and eventually became the modern English word 'baroness'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it often meant the wife of a baron; over time it also came to denote a woman who holds a baronial title in her own right.
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Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'baroness'.
Baronesses from several regions were invited to the ceremony.
Noun 2
women who hold the rank or title of baron, or wives of barons.
Several baronesses spoke at the charity event.
Synonyms
peeressesnoblewomen
Last updated: 2026/01/18 04:12