3syllables
marquises
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marquises is a polysyllabic word with 3 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, marquises is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofmarquises
1noun
- A nobleman in England, France, and Germany, of a rank next below that of duke, but above a count. Originally, the marquis was an officer whose duty was to guard the marches or frontiers of the kingdom. The office has ceased, and the name is now a mere title conferred by letters patent or letters close.
- Any of various nymphalid butterflies of the Asian genus Bassarona.
1noun
- A marchioness, especially one who is French.
Synonyms: marchioness
- A marquee.
- (jewelry) An oval cut diamond with pointed ends.
- A canopy, usually of glass, set as a shelter over a door opening onto a terrace or pavement.
- A style of parasol of the mid-19th century.
- A rich dessert made with dark chocolate, butter, sugar, cocoa powder, eggs and cream.
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