marquise

noun

mar·​quise mär-ˈkēz 

plural marquises mär-ˈkēz 

-ˈkē-zəz

1

: marchioness

2

: marquee

3

: a gem or a ring setting or bezel usually elliptical in shape but with pointed ends

Examples of marquise in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Younger consumers are also gravitating toward personalization and distinctive engagement-ring designs, including oval and marquise shapes. — Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 20 Sep. 2026

The couple picked out a diamond and emerald ring from Van Cleef & Arpels that was later redesigned with marquise diamonds. — Freya Drohan, InStyle, 16 Aug. 2026

After nearly two years of dating, Dean popped the question to Eden on a hill overlooking the countryside in Arkansas, presenting her with a marquise-cut engagement ring from Crocker’s Jewelers. — Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 20 July 2026

Ritani is a great pick for those who want options, with 10 different shape varieties to choose from, including classics like round, cushion, and oval, as well as marquise, pear, and heart. — Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 26 Mar. 2026

Word History

Etymology

French, feminine of marquis

First Known Use

1503, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for marquise

• agrees
• appease
• bougies
• burmese
• chemise
• chickpeas
• chinese
• cowpeas
• curies
• decrees
• degrees
• disease

Kids Definition

marquise

noun

mar·​quise mär-ˈkēz 

plural marquises -ˈkēz(-əz) 

: marchioness