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Marquis Definition & Meaning

marquis
noun
  1. humorist who wrote about the imaginary life of cockroaches (1878-1937)
  2. nobleman (in various countries) ranking above a count

"Marquis" in song lyrics

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  • "Bro - Brother Marquis"
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  • "Verse 1: Brother Marquis"
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  • "Verse 3: Brother Marquis"
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Usage tips for "marquis"

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Frequently asked questions

What does marquis mean?
humorist who wrote about the imaginary life of cockroaches (1878-1937) nobleman (in various countries) ranking above a count
What part of speech is marquis?
Marquis is a noun.
How many definitions does marquis have?
Marquis has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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