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grande dame

The correct spelling is grande dame.

How to pronounce grande dame

noun

IPA: /ɡɹɒ̃(n)d ˈdam/

Say it like: Gra-nde- da-me

The correct spelling is grande dame. A woman who is socially prominent, respected, and experienced, especially one who is haughty and advanced in age.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.A woman who is socially prominent, respected, and experienced, especially one who is haughty and advanced in age.
  2. 2.A woman who is accomplished, influential, and a senior figure in a particular field.
  3. 3.(by extension) A well-known, very highly regarded institution, structure, or large conveyance, such as a hotel or ship.

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