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baronial

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ba·ro·ni·al  (b-rn-l)
adj.
1. Of or relating to a baron or barony.
2. Suited for or befitting a baron; stately and grand: a baronial mansion.
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Adj.1.baronial - impressive in appearance; "a baronial mansion"; "an imposing residence"; "a noble tree"; "severe-looking policemen sat astride noble horses"; "stately columns"
imposing, noble, stately
impressive - making a strong or vivid impression; "an impressive ceremony"


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