baroness
n. countable C1 Advanced US //ˈbɛɹənɪs// UK //bˈæɹəʊnəs// baroness
n. a woman who holds the title of baron, or the wife of a baron. It is a rank in the British nobility, just below a viscount.
n. the female holder of the rank of baron, or the wife of a baron. A title of nobility in the United Kingdom and other peerage systems.
The baroness attended the royal wedding.
The local baroness opened the new community centre to the public.
As the only female baroness in the committee, she brought a unique perspective to the debate on land reform.
From Middle English baronesse; equivalent to baron + -ess.