Forms of Address
If the eldest daughter of a Laird chooses to accept the title it would be styled as "Miss, Maid of " (e.g. Miss Jane Smith, Maid of Edinburgh). If the eldest daughter should marry she will still hold the title.
If a Laird has any younger daughters they are styled as "Miss of "
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