squirearch

or squir·arch

[ skwahyuhr-ahrk ]

noun

1. a member of the squirearchy.

Word History and Origins

Origin of squirearch¹

First recorded in 1825–35; back formation from squirearchy

Example Sentences

Junker = Young nobleman, younker, lording, country squire, country gentleman, squirearch.

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