Viscount
noun
A man who holds a rank in the nobility system below an earl or count and above a baron.
The viscount lived in a large mansion on the outskirts of the city.
Often appears as...
- viscount of
- viscount in
Usage tips
Formal
noun
In the United Kingdom, a title given to a male who is the younger son of an earl or marquis.
The viscount is the earl's second son and was not expected to inherit the family estate.
Often appears as...
- viscount of
- young viscount
Usage tips
Formal
noun
A man who holds a rank in the nobility system below an earl or count and above a baron.
The viscount lived in a large mansion on the outskirts of the city.
Often appears as...
- viscount of
- viscount in
Usage tips
Formal
noun
In the United Kingdom, a title given to a male who is the younger son of an earl or marquis.
The viscount is the earl's second son and was not expected to inherit the family estate.
Often appears as...
- viscount of
- young viscount
Usage tips
Formal
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Nobility Hierarchy
Understand that 'viscount' indicates specific rank, less than an earl but more than a baron.
He aspired to become a viscount, aiming higher than baron but knowing earl was out of reach.
Pro Tip 2/3Hereditary Title
A viscount title is often inherited from a family member, not acquired by merit.
Upon his father's death, he became the viscount, as was family tradition.
Pro Tip 3/3Formal Address
Use 'Viscount' with surname for formal address or when referring to the person's title.
Viscount Ashcroft attended the gala, representing his family.
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