Definitions of gentlewoman
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a woman of refinement
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types:
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grande dame
a middle-aged or elderly woman who is stylish and highly respected
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madame
title used for a married Frenchwoman
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type of:
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adult female, woman
an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
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grande dame
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