Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Peerage

👉 In political science, a "peerage" refers to the process of selecting members of a political body or institution. It is often used in reference to the House of Lords (the upper house of Parliament), where members are elected by their peers from across the country and selected through a process known as the Peerage Selection Act 1978. The term "peerages" has been widely used in British politics, particularly within the Conservative Party. In this context, the peerages refer to

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👉 The term "peerage" is a formal title used by British monarchs to refer to their children. It was introduced in 1639 and has been used ever since, with the exception of Queen Elizabeth II's first consort, Princess Diana, who did not use it during her reign. The peerage is part of the succession process that determines the titles and properties of future British monarchs.

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