young lady
Americannoun
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young ladies
plural
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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
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Etymology
Origin of young lady
late Middle English word dating back to 1375–1425
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“The young lady is incredibly brave to come forward to report,” said Deputy Dist.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 24, 2026
“People are ignoring the fact that this young lady is dead,” he said.
From Salon ● Feb. 21, 2026
In a statement, Ms Weeks' sisters and mother described her as "an absolutely beautiful young lady with a heart of gold".
From BBC ● Sep. 3, 2025
I had it made by a young lady named Glittah Gal.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 2, 2025
“That’s good. You’re a young lady now, going out to places on your own.”
From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina
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