What does countess mean?
Countess means The wife of a count or earl..
Countess
/ˈkaʊntɪs/ · noun
Meaning
The wife of a count or earl..
Definitions by Sense
- The wife of a count or earl.
- A woman holding the rank of count or earl in her own right; a female holder of an earldom.
Example Sentences
Elizabeth Millicent Leveson-Gower is 24th Countess of Sutherland; her son will be the 25th Earl.
Synonyms for countess
Antonyms for countess
Related Words
Word Forms
- countesses
- Countess
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for countess?
Common synonyms include earless.
What is the opposite of countess?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use countess in a sentence?
Elizabeth Millicent Leveson-Gower is 24th Countess of Sutherland; her son will be the 25th Earl.
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