noun

baroness

baroness

The baroness hosted a grand ball at her estate.

The baroness hosted a grand ball at her estate.

((a baroness)) a woman holding the rank of baron She was made a baroness for her charity work.

Synonyms: noblewoman, lady, aristocrat

From 'baron' + the feminine suffix '-ess'.

The female version of a 'baron', just like 'actress' is for 'actor'.

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