Sekirov Dictionary

ladylike

/ˈleɪ.di.laɪ̯k/

adjective 1
adverb 1
forms 2

adjective1

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Of or related to the appearance or behaviour of a well-mannered woman.
- Coniux imperiosa. Ouidius. A ladylike wife that will be obeyed. […] Dura domina, imperiosa. Cic. A rigorous and ladilike dame that will be obeyed. — 1565

adverb1

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In the manner of a lady.
- Mirrin had lifted her second cup of tea, holding it, ladylike, with finger and thumb of her right hand while her left palm supported the saucer. — 1976

forms

more ladylike · most ladylike

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