Lady
Lady
Lady (/ˈleɪdi/; from Old English hlǣfdige) is a term of respect for a woman, the equivalent of gentleman. It is used in the United Kingdom. The term is often used to denote a woman of high social rank or status.
Etymology
The word lady is derived from the Old English hlǣfdige, which is a compound of hlāf ("loaf") and dige ("maid"), and originally meant "bread-kneader". The term was used to describe a woman who was in charge of a household, particularly in a noble or royal household, and was responsible for the preparation and distribution of bread.
Related Terms
- Gentleman: A term of respect for a man, the equivalent of lady. It is used in the United Kingdom and other English-speaking countries.
- Noblewoman: A woman of high social rank or status, especially in a historical context.
- Dame: A title given to a woman equivalent to the rank of knight.
- Mistress (form of address): A historical term of respect for a woman, equivalent to "Mrs." in modern usage.
Pronunciation
In English, lady is pronounced as /ˈleɪdi/.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Lady
- Wikipedia's article - Lady
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