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Esq (Noun)

Meaning

A title of respect for a member of the English gentry ranking just below a knight; placed after the name.

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Examples

  • The honor roll included Mr. Edward Hastings, esq.
  • James Bottomley, esq., a respected landowner in the community, hosted the annual harvest festival.
  • Mr. John Lee, esq., graciously accepted the award for his charitable contributions.
  • All formal invitations were addressed to Reginald Fletcher, esq., Lord of the Manor.
  • Mr. Richard Stuart, esq., bequeathed his estate to his youngest son.

Synonyms

  • Esquire

Hypernyms

  • Man
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