Peerage
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpɪə̯.ɪd͡ʒ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Peerage is a noun meaning Peers as a group; the titled nobility or aristocracy.
Meaning
Peers as a group; the titled nobility or aristocracy.
More Meanings
- The rank or title of a peer or peeress.
- A book listing such people and their families.
Example Sentences
“Two or three months more went by; the public were eagerly awaiting the arrival of this semi-exotic claimant to an English peerage, and sensations, surpassing those of the Tichborne case, were looked forward to with palpitating interest.
Word Forms
- peerages
Synonyms for peerage
Depending on context, synonyms include peerdom, peership, baronage.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include baronage, aristocracy, nobles, peerdom, patriciate, peple.
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