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marquise

/mɑːˈkiːz/

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noun

/mɑːˈkiːz/C2formal
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее дворянку рангом ниже герцогини и выше графини, или постоянный навес над входом в отель или подобное здание.

A noun referring to a noblewoman ranking below a duchess and above a countess, or a permanent canopy over an entrance of a hotel or similar building.

  1. Noble titleC1formal

    A noblewoman who holds a rank just below a duchess and above a countess.

    ruМаркиза

    • The marquise attended the royal banquet in a grand gown.
    • She was addressed as the Marquise of Winchester.
    • The marquise owned vast estates in the countryside.

    Synonymsmarchioness

  2. Architectural canopyC1formal

    A permanent roof-like structure over the entrance of a building, such as a hotel or theater.

    ruНавес

    • The hotel's marquise provided shelter from the rain for guests.
    • A glass marquise covered the main entrance of the theater.
    • The marquise was decorated with elegant lights for the event.

    Synonymsawningcanopymarquee

Forms
  • marquise's possessive singular form