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Term: Peerage

Definition: The class or rank of nobility, consisting of peers or titled individuals, with the highest social status in a society.

Examples:

1. The peerage is made up of individuals who hold titles such as duke, marquess, earl, viscount, or baron.
2. Lord William comes from a long line of nobility and holds a high position within the peerage.
3. Members of the peerage often have certain privileges and responsibilities in society.

Senses and Usages:

1. Noble Title: The title and status of a peer.

Example: The Duke of Cambridge is a prominent member of the peerage.

2. Group of Peers: The collective group of individuals who hold noble titles.

Example: The members of the peerage were invited to the royal ball.

3. Social Hierarchy: The highest class or rank in a society.

Example: The peerage is considered the pinnacle of social status in the country.

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