grande dame
noun | /grande dame/
a woman of great dignity, influence, or distinction
Literal meaning:
"grand lady"
grande dame
noun | /grande dame/
Foreign Words & PhrasesFrenchMEDIUMa woman of great dignity, influence, or distinction
Literal meaning:
"grand lady"
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Examples
"She was regarded as the grande dame of the theatre world."
"The gala honored several grande dames of the industry."
Mnemonic Trick
Grande dame = distinguished woman of high standing
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