dame — a woman of rank, status, or authority; a title of respect for a woman
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a woman of rank, status, or authority; a title of respect for a woman
Pronunciation (IPA): /deɪm/
Example Sentences
- Dame Judi Dench's performance was absolutely brilliant in the Shakespeare play.
- The grand dame of fashion still wears her sunglasses indoors at age 90.
- She became a Dame of the British Empire for her charity work.
dame
NOUN[/deɪm/]
a woman of rank, status, or authority; a title of respect for a woman
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word 'dame' derives from French 'dame', which comes from Latin 'domina' meaning 'mistress' or 'lady'. From medieval times onwards, it has been used as an honorific title to refer to noble or respectable women.
Breakdown
Latin domina (mistress, lady) → French dame. The Latin root 'domina' is the feminine form of 'dominus' (master, lord), derived from the root meaning 'to rule' or 'to govern'.
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📝Examples
“Dame Judi Dench's performance was absolutely brilliant in the Shakespeare play.”
“The grand dame of fashion still wears her sunglasses indoors at age 90.”
“She became a Dame of the British Empire for her charity work.”
“That dame at the coffee shop remembers everyone's order by heart.”
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