baronet
English
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- (UK) IPA(key): /bæɹə.ˈnɛt/
Noun
baronet (plural baronets)
- A hereditary title, below a peerage and senior to most knighthoods, entitling the bearer to the titular prefix "Sir" (for men) or "Dame" (for women) which is used in conjunction with the holder's Christian name. It is inheritable, usually by the eldest son, although a few baronetcies can also pass through the female line.
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