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noun
Used in direct address to female peers of the realm, usually now excluding duchesses and, potentially, the Lords Spiritual.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: UK
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noun
Used in direct address to female bishops.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: UK
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noun
Used in direct address to the female Lord Mayors of certain important cities, including London and Canterbury.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: UK
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noun
Used in direct address to certain female judges, particularly High Court Judges and above.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: UK
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