baroness

[ bar-uh-nis ]

noun

1. the wife of a baron.
2. a woman holding a baronial title in her own right.

baroness

/ ˈbærənɪs /

noun

1. the wife or widow of a baron
2. a woman holding the rank of baron in her own right

Gender Note

What's the difference between baroness and baron? See -ess.

Word History and Origins

Origin of baroness¹

First recorded in 1400–50; late Middle English baronnesse from Anglo-French, Middle French ( baron, -ess ); replacing Middle English barnesse, from Anglo-French, Old French

Example Sentences

"The baroness has picked up the crown at the coronation, with Prince Charming as her deputy," he added.

From BBC

Back then, she was branded "baroness basic" for her fashion choices but finding bold looks for runways and TV screens can come at a high price, Tia, real name Lawrence Bolton, tells BBC Newsbeat.

From BBC

William also praised Benjamin for her lifelong commitment to philanthropy: The baroness is vice president of Action for Children and Barnardo’s, both of which work with vulnerable children in the U.K.

From Los Angeles Times

The dining room was large, and Sara assumed the paintings on the wall were portraits of the various barons and baronesses of Aisling.

From Literature

Sir Tom said the baroness was not the only one to benefit from PPE contracts.

From BBC