列侯

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Chinese

to arrange; to line up; row
to arrange; to line up; row; file; series
 
marquis
trad. (列侯)
simp. #(列侯)

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Noun

列侯

  1. (historical) a rank equivalent to marquis
  2. (historical) feudal lord; feudal vassal; member of the Chinese nobility

Usage notes

  • In the Han dynasty, this noble rank was awarded to government officials who were not related to the imperial family. The title was supposedly awarded in recognition of one's meritorious service.

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