noun
baronet
ba-ruh-NEHT
Baronet (noun) means a man holding a hereditary title that ranks below the peerage but above a knighthood. Example: “He inherited the title of baronet from his grandfather along with the family estate.”
noun
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A man holding a hereditary title that ranks below the peerage but above a knighthood.
"He inherited the title of baronet from his grandfather along with the family estate."
"Unlike a knighthood, a baronetcy passes down to the baronet's son."
How to use baronet
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA hereditary British title — higher than a knight, but not a full member of the nobility (peerage).
Common mistake
Don't confuse with baron, which is a peerage rank; a baronet is not a peer and doesn't sit in the House of Lords.
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- baronets
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What does “baronet” mean?
The word “baronet” means a man holding a hereditary title that ranks below the peerage but above a knighthood. In plain terms, a hereditary British title — higher than a knight, but not a full member of the nobility (peerage).
How do you pronounce “baronet”?
“Baronet” is pronounced ba-ruh-NEHT (/bæɹəˈnɛt/ in IPA).
How do you use “baronet” in a sentence?
Here is “baronet” used in a sentence: “He inherited the title of baronet from his grandfather along with the family estate.”
What part of speech is “baronet”?
“Baronet” is a noun.
