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Marquis (noun)
A nobleman in England, France, and Germany, of a rank next below that of duke, but above a count. 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 letters patent or letters close.
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Marquis (noun)
Any of various nymphalid butterflies of the Asian genus ver=190708.
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Marquise (noun)
A marchioness, especially one who is French.
“marchioness”
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Marquise (noun)
A marquee.
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Marquise (noun)
An oval cut diamond with pointed ends.
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Marquise (noun)
A canopy, usually of glass, set as a shelter over a door opening onto a terrace or pavement.
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Marquise (noun)
A style of parasol of the mid-19th century.
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Marquise (noun)
A rich dessert made with dark chocolate, butter, sugar, cocoa powder, eggs{{,}} and cream.