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    Duenna , n.; pl. Duennas . [Sp. dueña, doña, fr. L. domina. See Dame.]
    1. The chief lady in waiting on the queen of Spain.
      Brande.

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    2. An elderly lady holding a station between a governess and companion, and appointed to have charge over the younger ladies in a Spanish or a Portuguese family.
      Brande & C.

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    3. Any old woman who is employed to guard a younger one; a governess.
      Arbuthnot.

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