courtesy title

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A title used by certain relatives of peers, which has no legal significance.

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  • The justices are accorded the courtesy title ‘Lord’.
  • Lady Mary holds a courtesy title as the daughter of a Duke.
  • In some cultures, "Elder" is a common courtesy title for respected community members.
  • Although not a doctor, he often received the courtesy title of 'Dr.' due to his extensive knowledge.
  • She uses her courtesy title of 'Dame' in all formal correspondence.
  • The Duke's eldest son uses a courtesy title while awaiting his inheritance.
  • Many academic professors prefer to be addressed by their courtesy title of 'Professor'.
  • It's traditional for a peer's wife to assume a courtesy title.
  • The manager was given the courtesy title of 'Director' even though it wasn't his official rank.
  • Understanding the nuances of courtesy titles is important in British aristocratic circles.