first lady

• Titre utilisé pour désigner l'épouse du chef d'État, généralement du président d'un pays, ou une femme de premier plan dans un domaine ou une organisation donnée.

A title used to refer to the wife of a head of state, typically the president of a country, or the leading female figure in a particular field or organization.

1. Wife of a head of stateB2formal

   The wife of a president, prime minister, or other national leader, often involved in ceremonial and social duties.

   Première dame

   • The First Lady attended the charity gala last night.
   • She is known as the First Lady of the United States.
   • The First Lady launched a new education initiative.

2. Leading woman in a fieldB2informal

   A woman who is considered the most prominent or influential in a particular profession, art, or activity.

   première dame (d'un domaine)

   • She is the first lady of jazz music.
   • Many consider her the first lady of American theater.
   • She earned the title of first lady of the culinary world.