Baron Verulam

proper noun

Meaning

A hereditary peerage title in the Peerage of England, historically associated with the town of Verulamium (modern-day St Albans).

Examples

Francis Bacon was elevated to the peerage as Baron Verulam in 1618.
The estate linked to the title of Baron Verulam has deep historical roots in Hertfordshire.

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Baron Verulam

proper noun

Pronunciation: /ˈbærən vəˈruːləm/

Definition

A hereditary peerage title in the Peerage of England, historically associated with the town of Verulamium (modern-day St Albans).

Examples

Francis Bacon was elevated to the peerage as Baron Verulam in 1618.
The estate linked to the title of Baron Verulam has deep historical roots in Hertfordshire.

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