milady

mi-la-dy · noun

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Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    (Archaic or literary) A form of address for a woman of noble or high social rank; my lady.

  2. 2.

    (Sometimes ironic or humorous) Used to address any woman in an exaggeratedly formal or gallant manner.

Forms

plural: miladies

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    milady's chamber — a noblewoman's private room
  • •
    at milady's service — offering help in an exaggeratedly formal way

Related words

Antonyms: milord
See also: lady, madam, milord, nobility
Synonyms: madam, my lady

Etymology

Contraction of "my lady," used as a respectful form of address to women of nobility or high social standing. The contracted form became common in the 17th century.