madam

//ˈmædəm//
B1Frequency Level 10Formal
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Noun

madamSingular
madamsPlural
1

A polite or respectful form of address for a woman, especially one whose name is not known.

Excuse me, madam, may I help you?

2

A woman who runs a brothel.

The madam managed the establishment discreetly.

3

Used as a title before the name of a woman holding a high official position.

Madam Secretary will address the press conference this afternoon.

Synonym

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