Donna

/ˈdɒnə/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A woman, especially a lady.
The elegant donna at the gala captured everyone's attention.
A title used for an Italian woman, comparable to 'Mrs.' or 'Ms.'
In the Italian tradition, she was referred to as 'Donna Maria'.

Etymology

Italian; literally meaning 'lady'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

donna of the house:
The woman who manages the household.
donna bella:
A beautiful lady, often used in poetic contexts.
donna della strada:
A woman of the street, typically in a derogatory sense.

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Slang Meanings

A woman who is considered attractive and sophisticated.
She's such a donna; everyone admires her style.
An influential woman in social circles.
She’s a real donna in the charity scene.