Baronetcy (Noun)
Meaning 1
The rank or dignity or position of a baronet or baroness.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
The title of a baron.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- He was raised to a baronetcy for his outstanding service to the Crown, and the title became hereditary within his family.
- The ancient baronetcy of Lord Ashton had been held by the Ashton family for over 300 years.
- She became the reluctant heir to her father's baronetcy after his untimely death in the war.
- His wealthy patron bestowed a baronetcy upon him for his numerous charitable donations to the community.
- The once-prominent baronetcy of the Smith family had slowly faded into obscurity over the centuries due to a lack of qualified heirs.