Meaning of Marquis in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈmɑrkwəs/

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  1. Noun

    Marquis

    Etymology

    Middle English: from Old French marchis, reinforced by Old French marquis, both from the base of march

    Definitions

    1. humorist who wrote about the imaginary life of cockroaches (1878-1937)
  2. 2. nobleman (in various countries) ranking above a count

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