lady

• Существительное, обозначающее женщину, часто используемое как вежливый или официальный термин для взрослой особы женского пола.

A noun referring to a woman, often used as a polite or formal term for an adult female.

1. Polite term for a womanA1formal

   A polite or respectful way to refer to a woman.

   Леди

   • The lady at the counter helped me with my order.
   • Please give your seat to the elderly lady.
   • A young lady asked for directions to the museum.

   Синонимыdamegentlewomanwoman

2. Woman of high social statusB1formalbritish

   A woman who is refined, well-mannered, or of noble birth.

   Леди

   • She was a true lady, always gracious and kind.
   • The lady of the manor hosted a grand ball.
   • He married a lady from a wealthy family.

   Синонимыaristocratdamegentlewomannoblewomanpeeress

3. Term of addressA2formal

   Used as a polite form of address for a woman.

   Обращение к женщине

   • Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the show.
   • Excuse me, lady, you dropped your wallet.
   • The speaker addressed the audience as 'ladies and gentlemen'.

   Синонимыmadammiss