MARQUISE

marquee, marquise

(noun) permanent canopy over an entrance of a hotel etc.

marchioness, marquise

(noun) a noblewoman ranking below a duchess and above a countess

Source: WordNet® 3.1

Etymology

Noun

marquise (plural marquises)

(chiefly, historical) A marchioness, especially one who is French.

Synonym: marchioness

A marquee.

(jewelry) An oval cut diamond with pointed ends.

(architecture) A canopy, usually of glass, set as a shelter over a door opening onto a terrace or pavement.

(historical) A style of parasol of the mid-19th century.

(cooking) A rich dessert made with dark chocolate, butter, sugar, cocoa powder, eggs, and cream.

Source: Wiktionary

Mar`quise", n. Etym: [F. See Marquis, and cf. Marquee.]

Definition: The wife of a marquis; a marchioness.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition

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