peeress
/ˈpɪrɪs/
noun
- A woman who holds a noble title, such as a duchess, countess, or baroness, either by inheritance or by marriage to a peer.
- The estate was inherited by the eldest daughter, who became a peeress.
- The peeress attended the royal banquet in a magnificent gown.
- As a peeress, she has the right to sit in the House of Lords.
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