duchess

[ˈdʌtʃɪs]

duchess Definition

  • 1the wife or widow of a duke
  • 2a woman holding a rank equivalent to a duke in her own right

Using duchess: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "duchess" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The Duchess of Cambridge is married to Prince William.

  • Example

    The young duchess inherited the title from her father.

  • Example

    The duchess was known for her charitable work and social activism.

duchess Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for duchess

Phrases with duchess

  • the wife or widow of a grand duke, or a woman who holds the rank of grand duke in her own right

    Example

    The Grand Duchess Anastasia was the youngest daughter of Tsar Nicholas II of Russia.

  • the widow of a duke who has not remarried

    Example

    The Duchess Dowager of Marlborough was a prominent figure in English society during the 18th century.

  • a woman who is the sister of a duke

    Example

    The Duchess Sister of Cambridge attended the royal wedding with her husband.

Origins of duchess

from Old French 'duchesse', feminine of 'duc', meaning 'duke'

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Summary: duchess in Brief

A 'duchess' [ˈdʌtʃɪs] is a woman who is either the wife or widow of a duke, or a woman who holds the rank of duke in her own right. The term is often used in reference to members of royalty or nobility, such as 'The Duchess of Cambridge.' Other phrases include 'grand duchess' and 'duchess dowager.'