Esquire (Noun)
Meaning 1
(Middle Ages) an attendant and shield bearer to a knight; a candidate for knighthood.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
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
- John Smith, Esquire, was a prominent figure in the local community.
- The invitation was addressed to Mr. James Wilson, Esquire.
- He was known as Thomas Brown, Esquire, a man of great wealth and influence.
- The lawyer, Mr. Richard Lee, Esquire, was well-respected in the town.
- The letter was signed by William Johnson, Esquire, a member of the local gentry.