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Duchess

usgb/ˈdʌtʃəs/Volume
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Duchess is a specific title in the hierarchy of nobility, below queen. SlideAfter the marriage, she became the Duchess of Sussex.
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Often 'duchess' appears with a place name representing the area of influence. SlideThe Duchess of Cornwall attended the charity event.
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'Duchess' is a higher rank than 'lady'; avoid confusing the terms. SlideThe Lady is the daughter; the Duchess, her mother.
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