
Peeress
Gender Specific
The term 'peeress' is exclusively used for females in the context of British nobility.

Upon her marriage to the earl, she became a peeress.
Noble Ranks
'Peeress' refers to various noble ranks such as duchesses, countesses, and baronesses.

The peeress attended the royal banquet with other members of high society.
Hereditary or Earned
Peeresses sometimes inherit their title, but it can also be granted for special achievements.

She didn't inherit the title; she was named a peeress after her extensive diplomatic service.
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AristocratBaronessCountessDuchessLadyNoblemanPrincessQueen
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