viscount
noun
vis·count
ˈvī-ˌkau̇nt 
: a member of the peerage in Great Britain ranking below an earl and above a baron
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The viscount’s son, the Marquis of Praia and Monforte, added a second floor and greatly expanded the garden surrounding it, purchasing ten more hectares and bringing the property to 12.5 hectares (31 acres) and turning parts of it into a romantic garden in the English fashion.
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Ann Abel, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
The other half, however, followed the taste of the viscount and was more classical.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 2 Jan. 2025
Portrayed by Rupert Evans, the viscount only appeared in season 2 of the series during flashback scenes.
—Lia Beck, Peoplemag, 19 May 2024
The viscount died due to an allergic reaction from a bee sting, which was featured in Anthony Bridgerton and Kate Sharma's love story.
—Lia Beck, Peoplemag, 19 May 2024
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Ann Abel, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
The other half, however, followed the taste of the viscount and was more classical.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 2 Jan. 2025
Portrayed by Rupert Evans, the viscount only appeared in season 2 of the series during flashback scenes.
—Lia Beck, Peoplemag, 19 May 2024
The viscount died due to an allergic reaction from a bee sting, which was featured in Anthony Bridgerton and Kate Sharma's love story.
—Lia Beck, Peoplemag, 19 May 2024
See All Example Sentences for viscount
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“Viscount.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/viscount. Accessed 12 Jul. 2025.
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viscount
noun
vis·count
ˈvī-ˌkau̇nt
: a British nobleman ranking below an earl and above a baron
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