Portuguese Meaning of marquis

marquês

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Definitions and Meaning of marquis in English

Wordnet

marquis (n)

humorist who wrote about the imaginary life of cockroaches (1878-1937)

nobleman (in various countries) ranking above a count

Webster

marquis (n.)

A nobleman in England, France, and Germany, of a rank next below that of duke. Originally, the marquis was an officer whose duty was to guard the marches or frontiers of the kingdom. The office has ceased, and the name is now a mere title conferred by patent.

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marquês

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