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Baronet

usgb/ˈbærənət/Volume
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Hereditary Title

A baronetcy is passed down through family lines, typically from father to son.

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After his father passed away, he became the new baronet.
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Not Nobility

Although respected, a baronet is not considered noble like dukes or earls.

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Despite his wealth, the baronet was not seated with the nobles.
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Sir Prefix

Baronets are addressed with the title 'Sir' followed by their first name.

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The townspeople referred to him respectfully as Sir John.
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