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peeress

[ˈpɪərɪs]

peeress Definition

a woman who holds the rank of a peer in her own right, or is the wife of a peer.

Using peeress: Examples

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

  • Example

    The peeress was known for her philanthropic work.

  • Example

    The queen appointed her as a peeress for her services to the country.

  • Example

    The peeress and her husband attended the royal ball together.

peeress Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for peeress

Phrases with peeress

  • a woman who has been granted a peerage, but whose title cannot be inherited by her descendants

    Example

    She became a life peeress after her contributions to the arts were recognized.

  • a woman who has inherited a peerage or has been granted one in her own name

    Example

    She became a peeress in her own right after her father's death.

  • a woman who holds a peerage and is entitled to sit in the House of Lords

    Example

    The peeress of the realm made a speech in the House of Lords on education reform.

Origins of peeress

from 'peer', meaning a member of the nobility

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Summary: peeress in Brief

'Peeress' [ˈpɪərɪs] refers to a woman who holds the rank of a peer in her own right or is the wife of a peer. It is often used in formal contexts to denote noblewomen, aristocrats, or ladies. Examples include 'The peeress was known for her philanthropic work.' and 'The queen appointed her as a peeress for her services to the country.' Phrases like 'life peeress,' 'peeress in her own right,' and 'peeress of the realm' denote specific types of peeresses.