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marquise de maintenon

 

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Noun marquise de maintenon has 1 sense
  1. Maintenon, Marquise de Maintenon, Francoise d'Aubigne, Madame de Maintenon - French consort of Louis XIV who secretly married the king after the death of his first wife (1635-1719)
    --1 is a kind of marchioness, marquise; consort

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Term: Marquise de Maintenon

Description:

The Marquise de Maintenon, born Françoise d'Aubigné, was a French noblewoman who gained prominence as the second wife of King Louis XIV. She played a significant role in the court and exerted strong influence over the king's decisions. Her intelligence, beauty, and piety made her a prominent figure of the era.

Sample Sentences:

Noun:

  1. The Marquise de Maintenon's position at court was highly influential.
  2. The relationship between King Louis XIV and the Marquise de Maintenon was the subject of much speculation.
  3. Marquise de Maintenon's memoirs offer valuable insights into the French court during the 17th century.

Adjective:

  1. The Marquise de Maintenon's elegant lifestyle captivated the French aristocracy.
  2. She was known for her marquise de maintenon style of dressing, setting trends among the nobility.
  3. Her marquise de maintenon manners and etiquette were highly admired by the courtiers.

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