Peerage
noun
The rank or position of someone in the higher society in Britain.
His position in the British peerage allows him to receive special benefits.
Often appears as...
- british peerage
- her majesty's peerage
Usage tips
Formal
noun
The system in which people of high social class in Britain are organized.
The British peerage system has a long history and is closely related to the monarchy.
Often appears as...
- british peerage system
- order in the peerage
Usage tips
Formal
Academic
noun
The rank or position of someone in the higher society in Britain.
His position in the British peerage allows him to receive special benefits.
Often appears as...
- british peerage
- her majesty's peerage
Usage tips
Formal
noun
The system in which people of high social class in Britain are organized.
The British peerage system has a long history and is closely related to the monarchy.
Often appears as...
- british peerage system
- order in the peerage
Usage tips
Formal
Academic
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Historical Rank
Peerage refers to historical titles, often inherited and not simply a reflection of wealth.
Despite his fortune, he sought a title in the peerage for status.
Pro Tip 2/3Exclusive Society
Peerage membership is exclusive, entered by birth, marriage, or royal appointment.
She entered the peerage through marriage to a duke.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Significance
The concept is distinctly British, reflecting unique historical and cultural practices.
In British culture, peerage titles are significant honours.
Pro Tip 1/3Historical Rank
Peerage refers to historical titles, often inherited and not simply a reflection of wealth.
Despite his fortune, he sought a title in the peerage for status.
Pro Tip 2/3Exclusive Society
Peerage membership is exclusive, entered by birth, marriage, or royal appointment.
She entered the peerage through marriage to a duke.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Significance
The concept is distinctly British, reflecting unique historical and cultural practices.
In British culture, peerage titles are significant honours.
Pro Tip 1/3Historical Rank
Peerage refers to historical titles, often inherited and not simply a reflection of wealth.
Despite his fortune, he sought a title in the peerage for status.
Pro Tip 2/3Exclusive Society
Peerage membership is exclusive, entered by birth, marriage, or royal appointment.
She entered the peerage through marriage to a duke.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Significance
The concept is distinctly British, reflecting unique historical and cultural practices.
In British culture, peerage titles are significant honours.
Never forget "Peerage"
Humans forget easily. That's why you should download WordUp: Smart reminders, word games, AI practice, and much more!
Quote examples
Edwin Markham
American Poet
Bierce radiates brilliancy, and perhaps no other man of letters ever had a more ready command of condensed expression. For him, each word has its unique place in the peerage of words, and he would not use a word out of place any sooner than he would thrust an ape into a captain's saddle.
Quote examples
Louise Mensch
English Author
I stood for parliament with the amazing support and help of my ex-husband, but it's not something that was handed to me like a peerage. I worked hard and was elected. So my achievements, such as they are, are my own.
Quote examples
Jacob Rees-Mogg
English Politician
It has never been the case that a peerage can be extinguished, even for the lifetime of a peer, by a motion of the Lords. This does not mean that there are not effective ways of penalising errant peers.
Quote examples
Ruth Rendell
British Writer
I don't care for people who are given peerages who have paid for them. I think it happens, and I don't like that.
Quote examples
Richard Desmond
British Businessman
I've been offered a peerage already, and turned it down.
Quote examples
Edwin Markham
American Poet
Bierce radiates brilliancy, and perhaps no other man of letters ever had a more ready command of condensed expression. For him, each word has its unique place in the peerage of words, and he would not use a word out of place any sooner than he would thrust an ape into a captain's saddle.
Quote examples
Louise Mensch
English Author
I stood for parliament with the amazing support and help of my ex-husband, but it's not something that was handed to me like a peerage. I worked hard and was elected. So my achievements, such as they are, are my own.
Quote examples
Jacob Rees-Mogg
English Politician
It has never been the case that a peerage can be extinguished, even for the lifetime of a peer, by a motion of the Lords. This does not mean that there are not effective ways of penalising errant peers.
Quote examples
Ruth Rendell
British Writer
I don't care for people who are given peerages who have paid for them. I think it happens, and I don't like that.
Quote examples
Richard Desmond
British Businessman
I've been offered a peerage already, and turned it down.
Example 1 of 5
WordUp Chrome Extension
As you browse the web instantly look up words you don’t know.
Get Chrome Extension