Lady: meaning, definitions and examples

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lady

[ ˈleɪdi ]

^{Context #1}

formal

A woman of good social position, especially one of noble birth.

Synonyms

gentlewoman, noblewoman, woman

Examples of usage

She was a true lady, always gracious and elegant.
The lady of the manor greeted her guests warmly.

^{Context #2}

polite

A polite or formal way of referring to a woman.

Synonyms

female, ladylike, woman

Examples of usage

Would the lady care for some tea?
The young lady helped the elderly man cross the street.

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slang

A woman, especially one who is attractive or stylish.

Synonyms

chick, gal, woman

Examples of usage

She's a real lady, always dressed to impress.
He's always surrounded by beautiful ladies.

Translations

Translations of the word "lady" in other languages:

🇵🇹 dama

🇮🇳 महिला

🇩🇪 Dame

🇮🇩 wanita

🇺🇦 леді

🇵🇱 dama

🇯🇵 レディ

🇫🇷 dame

🇪🇸 dama

🇹🇷 hanımefendi

🇰🇷 숙녀

🇸🇦 سيدة

🇨🇿 dáma

🇸🇰 dáma

🇨🇳 女士

🇸🇮 dama

🇮🇸 dama

🇰🇿 ханым

🇬🇪 ლედი

🇦🇿 leydi

🇲🇽 dama

Word origin

The word 'lady' originated from the Old English word 'hlæfdige', which meant 'female head of a household'. Over time, the term evolved to refer to women of social standing or those with refined manners. In modern usage, 'lady' can carry different connotations depending on the context in which it is used.