lady

/'leidi/
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lady

A nice lady at the library helped me.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A woman of the peerage in Britain: A woman belonging to the British nobility, often holding a title.
    • A woman of refinement: A woman who is polite, well-mannered, and cultured.
    • A polite name for any woman: A courteous or formal term used to address or refer to a woman.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • Lady Spencer was known for her charitable work. (Refers to a woman of the British peerage.)
    • She conducted herself with the grace of a true lady. (Refers to a woman of refinement.)
    • Ask the lady at the information desk for directions. (A polite reference to any woman.)
Advanced Usage
  • "Our Lady": A title used in the Christian tradition, especially in Catholicism, to refer to the Virgin Mary.

    • The cathedral is dedicated to Our Lady of Sorrows.
  • "First Lady": The wife of a president or head of state.

    • The First Lady attended the charity gala.
  • "Leading lady": The main female actor in a play, film, etc.

    • She was the leading lady in several classic films.
Variants and Related Words
  • Ladylike (adj): Having the behavior, manners, or appearance considered appropriate for a lady; refined, polite.

    • Her ladylike demeanor was admired by all.
  • Ladyhood (n): The state or quality of being a lady.

    • She was raised for a life of ladyhood.
Synonyms
  • Gentlewoman: A woman of good family or high social standing.
  • Dame: A woman (often used formally or in titles).
  • Madam: A polite form of address for a woman.
Related Phrases
  • "Ladies and gentlemen": A formal salutation used to address an audience.

    • Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome the speaker.
  • "Lady of the house": The woman who is in charge of a household.

    • As the lady of the house, she oversaw all the preparations.
Related Idioms
  • "It isn't over until the fat lady sings": A saying meaning that one should not assume the outcome of an event until it has completely finished.

    • We're losing now, but remember, it isn't over until the fat lady sings.
  • "Lady luck": Personification of luck or fortune as a woman.

    • Lady luck was not on our side during the card game.
lady

A nice lady at the library helped me.

Noun
  1. a woman of the peerage in Britain
  2. a woman of refinement
    • a chauffeur opened the door of the limousine for the grand lady
  3. a polite name for any woman
    • a nice lady at the library helped me