DUCHESS - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

the wife of a duke or a woman holding ducal title in her own right

Categories: Lady, Noblewoman, Peeress

Synonyms

Duchess

🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)

The word "duchess" comes from Old French duchesse, which comes from Middle English duchesse.

🧩 Fun Fact

Many English words entered through French but originally came from Latin, Arabic, or even Persian.

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