baronetcy

/ˈbɛrənɛtsi/
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Other forms: baronetcies

Definitions of baronetcy
  1. noun
    the rank or dignity or position of a baronet or baroness
    synonyms: barony
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    type of:
    rank
    relative status
  2. noun
    the title of a baron
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    type of:
    title
    an appellation signifying nobility
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