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viscountess

Viscountess (noun) means the wife of a viscount.

noun
1
The wife of a viscount.
2
A woman holding the rank of viscount in her own right.
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Etymology

From Middle English viscountes, viscountesse, probably from Middle French viscontesse; equivalent to viscount + -ess. Doublet of vicomtesse.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of viscountess?

"viscountess" (noun) means the wife of a viscount.

What are the different meanings of viscountess?

"viscountess" has 2 main meanings: 1. The wife of a viscount; 2. A woman holding the rank of viscount in her own right.

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