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dow·a·ger
dowager
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- pronunciation:
- daU
jr
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
the widow of a duke, king, or the like who retains a title or holdings from her dead husband.
The dowager wished that her son, now the duke, would find a suitable wife. |
definition 2: |
a stately or dignified elderly woman, usu. of high social rank.
- similar words:
- matron
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