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Debutante: meaning, definitions and examples

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debutante

 

[ หˆdebjuหtษ’nt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

social debut

A debutante is a young woman, typically from a wealthy family, who is introduced to society at a formal event known as a debut. This event typically occurs when she reaches the age of maturity, often around 18 years old. Debutantes are presented in glamorous attire, often ball gowns, and participate in social dances and events. The debut signifies her transition from girlhood to adulthood and is often marked by a formal ball or dance. This tradition is most commonly associated with Western high society.

Synonyms

socialite, young lady, young woman

Examples of usage

  • The debutante wore a stunning white gown at the ball.
  • Traditionally, debutantes are introduced to eligible bachelors.
  • Her debutante presentation was the highlight of the social season.

Translations

Translations of the word "debutante" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น debutante

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคกเคฟเคฌเฅเคฏเฅ‚เคŸเฅ‡เค‚เคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Debรผtantin

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ debutan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะตะฑัŽั‚ะฐะฝั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ debiutantka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ‡ใƒ“ใƒฅใƒผใ‚ฟใƒณใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท dรฉbutante

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ debutante

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท debutante

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฐ๋ท”ํ•œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฏูŠุจูŠูˆุชุงู†ุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ debutantka

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ debutantka

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅˆ debutante

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ debiutantka

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ debutante

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะดะตะฑัŽั‚ะฐะฝั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜แƒฃแƒขแƒแƒœแƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ debutant

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ debutante

Word origin

The word 'debutante' stems from the French term 'dรฉbutante,' which means 'beginning' or 'to make one's debut.' It is derived from the verb 'dรฉbuter,' which translates to 'to begin.' The practice of debutantes being introduced to society began in the 18th century, particularly among the aristocracy in France. This social custom soon spread to other countries, including England and the United States. Its popularity peaked in the early 20th century, particularly within high society, where formal balls and events dedicated to debutantes became commonplace. The focus on social status and lineage played a significant role in the debutante tradition, as families sought eligible matches for their daughters in order to secure alliances with other wealthy or influential families.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,973 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.