Meaning of Marquis in English

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