noun
- plural of madam; formal term of address for women, especially in business contexts
- women who run or own businesses, especially upscale establishments
Usage: formal
Usage: business context
Examples
- The hotel staff greeted the guests with ‘Good evening, madams.’
- Several madams attended the business conference.
- The madams of the boutique shops met to discuss the new regulations.
- Both madams agreed to the partnership terms.
- The madams were recognized for their contributions to local commerce.
- Dear madams, your reservation has been confirmed.