Duchess: meaning, definitions and examples

Refers to the wife or widow of a duke or a woman holding the rank of duke in her own right. It is commonly used in formal settings and historical contexts.

• The Duchess of Cambridge attended the charity event
• In medieval times, the duchess had great influence over her lands

Refers to a woman of noble birth or rank. It is a more general term compared to 'duchess' and can apply to women of various noble titles.

• A noblewoman of great wisdom, she advised the king
• Noblewoman from different regions gathered for the council

A straightforward term used to describe the wife of a duke. It can be used in both formal and informal conversations.

• The duke's wife was praised for her community work
• They talked about the duke's wife at the royal gathering

Refers to a woman who holds a peerage title in her own right or is the wife of a peer. It is often used in legal and official contexts.

• As a peeress, she had a seat in the House of Lords
• The peeress argued her case before the parliament

Use this word to refer to the wife or widow of a duke, or a woman who holds the rank of duke in her own right. It is commonly used in historical or formal contexts.

• The duchess attended the charity event with her husband, the duke.
• In the novel, the duchess played a pivotal role in the court's politics.

Queen can refer to the female ruler of an independent state, especially one who inherits the position by birth. It is used in royal contexts or metaphorically to describe someone of great importance or skill.

• Queen Elizabeth II is the longest-reigning current monarch.
• In chess, the queen is a powerful piece that can move in any direction.

This word refers to a senior member of the Christian clergy, usually in charge of a diocese. It can be used in religious contexts or when discussing church hierarchy.

• The bishop delivered a moving sermon at the cathedral.
• He was appointed as the new bishop of the diocese last year.

In the context of chess, a rook is a piece that can move vertically or horizontally across the board. It is generally used when discussing the game of chess.

• He sacrificed his rook to gain a better position on the board.
• In the final move, she checkmated her opponent with her rook.