baron and femme
The term "baron and femme" originates from legal and heraldic contexts, historically referring to a husband and wife and their combined rights and symbols.
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Definition
C2Law
(dated, formal)A husband and wife, particularly in relation to their joint legal rights and responsibilities.
Example
- In old legal texts, 'baron and femme' were often mentioned in discussions of property rights.
C2Heraldry
(technical, historical)The combined heraldic coat of arms of a married couple.
Example
- The shield displayed the baron and femme, symbolizing their union.
Similar
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