Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
baronetess
Noun
ˌbærəˈnɛtəs
Definition
A woman who holds the title of baronet in her own right or is the wife of a baronet.
Examples
- Lady Smith was proud to be the first baronetess in her family.
- As a baronetess, she attended various ceremonial events.
Meaning
The term refers to a female member of the British nobility who has been granted the title of baronet, which is below that of a baron but above a knight.
Synonyms
- Baroness
- Noblewoman
