marquise

Meanings

1. A marchioness, especially one who is French.
2. A marquee.
3. An oval cut gemstone with pointed ends.
4. A canopy, usually of glass, set as a shelter over a door opening onto a terrace or pavement.
5. A style of parasol of the mid-19th century.
6. A rich dessert made with dark chocolate, butter, sugar, cocoa powder, eggs, and cream.

Etymology

Borrowed from French marquise.