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