viscount
/ˈvaɪ.kaʊnt/ nom C2En français : vicomte
- A member of the peerage, above a baron but below a count or earl.
- Any of various nymphalid butterflies of the genus Tanaecia. Other butterflies in this genus are called earls and counts.
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Dans la bibliothèque
The curtain at length fell on the performances, to the infinite satisfaction of the Viscount of Morcerf, who seized his hat, rapidly passed his fingers through his hair, arranged his cravat and wristbands, and signified to Franz that he was waiting for him to lead the way.
Franz presented Albert as one of the most distinguished young men of the day, both as regarded his position in society and extraordinary talents; nor did he say more than the truth, for in Paris and the circle in which the viscount moved, he was looked upon and cited as a model of perfection.
“Your excellency,” he said, “the master of the Hôtel de Londres has sent to let you know that a man is waiting for you with a letter from the Viscount of Morcerf.”
“A letter from the viscount!” exclaimed Franz.
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