young lady
Americannoun
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young ladies
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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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“She was a very smart, beautiful and loving young lady and will be missed by all who crossed her path.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
“The young lady is incredibly brave to come forward to report,” said Deputy Dist.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 24, 2026
"All I’m saying is that a young lady, a 10-year-old-girl, 9-year-old girl, 15-year-old-girl, doesn’t need 37 dolls," he said, not knowing that high schoolers don't usually play with dolls.
From Salon ● May 7, 2025
Speaking outside court after Wellings was convicted on Monday, Angela Dawes said she hoped "no other young lady or child" would have to go through what happened to her daughter.
From BBC ● Jan. 16, 2025
“Henry,” said Mrs. Corcoran, “perhaps you’ll help the young lady with her bags and show her to her room. Brady, you can take the boys downstairs.”
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
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