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marquise


Definition: Meaning of, marquise in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / mɑːˈkiːz /

  • noun
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marquise marquises
  1. a noblewoman ranking below a duchess and above a countess
    SYNONYM
    marchioness
    ANTONYM
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  2. permanent canopy over an entrance of a hotel etc.
    SYNONYM
    marquee
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marquise used in phrases

  • Marquise de Maintenon (noun)
    1. 1635-1719 french consort of Louis XIV who secretly married the king after the death of his first wife
  • Marquise de Montespan (noun)
    1. 1641-1707 french noblewoman who was mistress to Louis XIV until he became attracted to Madame de Maintenon
  • Marquise de Pompadour (noun)
    1. 1721-1764 french noblewoman who was the lover of Louis XV, whose policies she influenced
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