viscountess Definition
a woman holding the rank of viscount in her own right or by courtesy as the wife of a viscount.
Using viscountess: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "viscountess" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The Viscountess was known for her philanthropic work.
Example
She became a Viscountess after marrying the Viscount.
Origins of viscountess
from Old French 'visconte', meaning 'viscount'
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Summary: viscountess in Brief
A 'viscountess' [vahy-koun-tis] is a woman who holds the rank of viscount in her own right or by courtesy as the wife of a viscount. It is a formal title used to address women of nobility.
