n. In France, the wife of a marquis; a marchioness.n. A small parasol or sunshade, usually of silk and often trimmed with lace, in use about 1850.n. In gem-cutting, an ellipsoidal double-pointed form of cut which has been used extensively for diamonds and the more brilliant stones, although many of the common stones, such as amethysts, etc., are now cut in this way. Also called navette.n. A light shelter over an entrance doorway: usually carried on brackets or cantalivers, more rarely on slender posts. The roofing itself is often of glass.n. Same as marquee.