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Meaning of lady-in-waiting

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

lady-in-waiting

Pronunciation:/ˌleɪdɪ ɪn ˈweɪtɪŋ//ˌleɪdi ɪn ˈweɪtɪŋ/

noun

Definitions

  1. A lady, often a noblewoman, in the household of a queen, princess, or other woman of higher rank who attends her as a personal assistant, generally a role considered an honour.

    Synonyms:court lady