my Lady en · NOUN
Meanings
- (UK) Used in direct address to female peers of the realm, usually now excluding duchesses and, potentially, the Lords Spiritual.
- (UK) Used in direct address to female bishops.
- (UK) Used in direct address to the female Lord Mayors of certain important cities, including London and Canterbury.
- (UK) Used in direct address to certain female judges, particularly High Court Judges and above.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| my Ladies | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Antonyms
my Lord · m'lud · milord · m'lord
Coordinates
Your Honour (judges) · duchesses (your Grace) · Your Worship (judges)
Deriveds
Translations (1)
nl hoogwelgeboren vrouwe (address towards a peeress)