baroness
Americannoun
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the wife of a baron.
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a woman holding a baronial title in her own right.
noun
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the wife or widow of a baron
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a woman holding the rank of baron in her own right
Gender
What's the difference between baroness and baron? See -ess.
Etymology
Origin of baroness
First recorded in 1400–50; late Middle English baronnesse from Anglo-French, Middle French ( see baron, -ess); replacing Middle English barnesse, from Anglo-French, Old French
Example Sentences
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In October, Epstein wrote Axel again: “the baroness and daughter would like to see columbia on thurs. . she is the wealthiest woman in europe.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 26, 2026
William also praised Benjamin for her lifelong commitment to philanthropy: The baroness is vice president of Action for Children and Barnardo’s, both of which work with vulnerable children in the U.K.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 13, 2024
Sir Tom said the baroness was not the only one to benefit from PPE contracts.
From BBC ● Jan. 21, 2024
Nearby, the baron and baroness also built the Ullens School, which offers an international baccalaureate curriculum.
From New York Times ● Apr. 10, 2023
The baroness packed her bags and left in a fury right after the morning assembly.
From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood
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