1. Plural of mademoiselle; young women or girls, especially unmarried French women (used as a form of address or title).
Usage: French origin; used in English when referring to French women or in formal/historical contexts; Equivalent to 'Miss' in English
2. A female entertainer or dancer, especially in a cabaret or music hall.
Usage: dated; often used in historical or theatrical contexts

Examples

• The mademoiselles from Paris arrived at the hotel yesterday.
• The cabaret featured a troupe of talented mademoiselles.
• Several mademoiselles were invited to the formal dinner.
• The mademoiselles danced gracefully across the stage.
• He greeted the mademoiselles with a polite bow.
• The school was attended by young mademoiselles from wealthy families.