young lady
Americannoun
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a young, usually unmarried woman of refinement, grace, etc.
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any young woman.
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a girlfriend; sweetheart; fiancée.
noun
Etymology
Origin of young lady
late Middle English word dating back to 1375–1425
Example Sentences
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“The young lady is incredibly brave to come forward to report,” said Deputy Dist.
From Los Angeles Times
“Miss van Veen,” Father said in his old-fashioned manner, “allow me to present to you our son, Willem. Willem, this is the young lady of whose talent and kindness you have heard us speak.”
From Literature
Eugene Hammond noticed her too, saying to Dad, “I hope the young lady suffered no injury.”
From Literature
“Let’s try it! We’ll just take Miss St. James’s hairbrush and a perfume bottle or two—something to gussy up Theo’s room and make it look as though a young lady lives there.”
From Literature
"I'd wait, young lady. You can get into trouble," he shouted.
From Literature
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