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    Lady (en. Lady)

    [ˈleɪdi]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A woman who holds a high social position.
    The lady wore an elegant dress at the ball.
    La lady portait une robe élégante lors du bal.
    A polite term to refer to a woman.
    This lady is highly respected in the community.
    Cette lady est très respectée dans la communauté.
    A woman who behaves with grace and dignity.
    She has always been perceived as a lady in public.
    Elle a toujours été perçue comme une lady en public.

    Etymology

    From Old English 'hlæfdiġe', meaning 'noble woman'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    lady of the house
    A woman responsible for the household.
    lady of the house
    first lady
    Wife of the president or an important elected official.
    first lady
    a lady's choice
    A decision or choice made by a woman with authority.
    a lady's choice

    Related Words

    dame
    A woman, often of a certain age or with respect.
    dame
    noble
    A person of a higher or aristocratic class.
    noble
    madame
    Respectful term to refer to a woman.
    madame

    Slang Meanings

    Beautiful woman
    She is a true lady, always in style.
    Elle est une vraie lady, toujours à la mode.
    Attractive woman.
    Look at that lady, she attracts all the attention.
    Regarde cette lady, elle attire tous les regards.