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Definition 2024
my_Lady
my Lady
English
Noun
- (Britain) Used in direct address to female peers of the realm, usually now excluding duchesses and, potentially, the Lords Spiritual.
- (Britain) Used in direct address to female bishops.
- (Britain) Used in direct address to the female Lord Mayors of certain important cities, including London and Canterbury.
- (Britain) Used in direct address to certain female judges, particularly High Court Judges and above.
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- (duchesses): your Grace
- (judges): Your Honour, Your Worship