An archduchessA female member of certain royal families, especially in Austria. is a nobleBelonging to the highest social class, often with inherited rank. title used for the wife or widowA woman whose husband has died and who has not remarried. of an archduke, or for a princess of the former ruling house of Austria.
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Pronunciation
AI-generated pronunciation audio (OpenAI).
Accent: General American English
IPA: /ˌɑrtʃˈdʌtʃəs/
Easy pronunciation: arch-DUCH-iss (approximate spelling).
Stress: Primary stress on the second syllable, with secondary stress on the first syllable.
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Archduchess Meaning
a woman who holds the title of archduchess
Part of speech: noun
Definition: a wife or widow of an archduke, or a princess of the former ruling house of Austria
Example: The archduchess attended the ceremony in Vienna.
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Common Mistakes
- People sometimes confuse archduchess with duchess. An archduchess is a different and higher-ranking title.
- It is also not the same as an archduke, which is the male form.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does archduchess mean?
An archduchess is a woman who is the wife or widow of an archduke, or a princess of the former ruling house of Austria.
What is the synonym of archduchess?
There is no common everyday synonym for archduchess. It is a specific noble title.
Is archduchess the female form of archduke?
Yes. It is the female title corresponding to archduke.
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