duchess

UK
/ˈdʌtʃ.əs/
US
/ˈdʌtʃ.ɪs/

Translations

duchessnoun
duchesses
pl
UK
/ˈdʌtʃ.əs/
US
/ˈdʌtʃ.ɪs/
The duchess attended the royal ball last night.
Герцогиня посетила королевский бал прошлой ночью.
duchessverb
duchessed
Past Simple
duchessed
Past Participle
duchessing
Gerund
UK
/ˈdʌtʃɪs/
US
/ˈdʌtʃɪs/
Informal British verb meaning to curry favour by lavish entertainment.

Definitions

duchessnoun
A woman holding a rank equivalent to that of a duke, either in her own right or as the wife of a duke.
The duchess attended the royal gala wearing a stunning gown.
A title of nobility in certain European countries, ranking just below a princess.
The duchess was known for her charitable work and dedication to the community.
duchessverb
To curry favour with (someone) by entertaining them lavishly, especially journalists or officials.
The lobbyists tried to duchess the committee members with a five-star weekend in the countryside.