marquis
n. countablen. a high-ranking nobleman in some European countries. This title is higher than an earl or count but lower than a duke.
n. a nobleman of high hereditary rank in various European peerages, traditionally ranking between a duke and a count or earl.
The marquis lived in a large castle in the countryside.
The marquis attended the royal ball to represent his family's interests at court.
Historical records indicate that the marquis held significant land rights along the border, serving as a strategic buffer between the two warring duchies.
Borrowed from French marquis.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Usage
The title is often used with the family name or the name of the estate.
Last updated May 6, 2026