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BARONET

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Definition (1910 Edition)

BARONET. Ap English name or title of dignity, (but not a title of nobility,) established A. D. 1611 by James I. It is created. by letters patent, and descends to the male’ heir. Spelman
Source: Black's Law Dictionary, 2nd Edition (1910) — Public Domain. UK commentary and modern updates are original additions. This entry is for educational reference only and does not constitute legal advice.