What is a baronet?

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Noun 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. Find more words! 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He was the son of a dumfriesshire baronet, the representative of the House of Redgauntlet. I also found it ridiculous when he was saying how terrible bankers' bonuses were – he is the son of a baronet! He was born at Fort William, on November 26th, 1772, and was fifth son of the first baronet. In 1608 he was knighted, and was created a baronet in 1611, two years before his death. The baronet has a stomach to fill and a back to cover the same as the costermonger. See Also What is another word for baronet? What is the opposite of baronet? Sentences with the word baronet Words that rhyme with baronet What is the plural of baronet? What is the adverb for baronet? What is the adjective for baronet? What is the noun for baronet? Nearby Definitions baronesses baroness Barone Baronas baron and femme baronages baronetage baronetages baronetcies baronetcy baronetess baronetesses 7-letter Words Starting With b ba bar baro baron barone