Associations to the word «Ladyship»

Wiktionary

LADYSHIP, noun. Term of respect for a woman of the peerage without using her title.
LADYSHIP, noun. (English & Commonwealth) Formal form of address for a lady judge (as opposed to the informal "judge")

Dictionary definition

LADYSHIP, noun. A title used to address any peeress except a duchess; "Your Ladyship"; "Her Ladyship".

Wise words

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