Definition of "marchesa" []

• The wife or widow of a marchese. (noun)
• An Italian noblewoman ranking above a countess and below a princess. (noun)
• Used as the title for such a noblewoman. (noun)

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• "Where can I buythe marchesa dress that she wore while singing “Untouchable”?"
• "The marchesa allowed Helma to live in her attic for a couple of weeks—until one day she decided that her presence was too dangerous."
• "“De Ludo Scachorum” was written during this time and dedicated to the marchesa and her husband, Francesco Gonzaga."