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ladyship

The correct spelling is ladyship.

How to pronounce ladyship

noun

IPA: /ˈleɪ.di.ʃɪp/

Say it like: Lad-ysh-ip

The correct spelling is ladyship. Term of respect for a woman of the peerage without using her title. For example: ""Her ladyship will be unable to attend tonight," he said, with a wink because he hadn't said why."

Usage Examples

"Her ladyship will be unable to attend tonight," he said, with a wink because he hadn't said why.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.Term of respect for a woman of the peerage without using her title.
  2. 2.(English and Commonwealth) Formal form of address for a lady judge (as opposed to the informal "judge").

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