Meaning Of The Word Dowager

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dowager
You use dowager to refer to the wife of a dead duke, emperor, or other man of high rank.

dowager in American English
adjective: noting, pertaining to, or characteristic of a dowager
noun: a woman who holds some title or property from her deceased husband, esp. the widow of a king, duke, etc. (often used as an additional title to differentiate her from the wife of the present king, duke, etc.)

dowager in British English
noun: a widow possessing property or a title obtained from her husband

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