Definition
milady
noun
- a form of address for a woman of rank or social importance, especially a noblewoman or lady of high status
Usage: archaic or formal; often used in historical or literary contexts; from French 'ma lady'
Examples
- The servant bowed and said, 'Milady, your carriage awaits.'
- In the novel, the knight addressed the duchess as milady.
- Milady wore an elaborate gown to the royal ball.
- The butler greeted her with 'Good morning, milady.'
- Historical dramas often feature characters using the term milady.