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maidenly

Maidenly (adj) means of or pertaining to a maiden.

adj
1
Of or pertaining to a maiden.
2
Suitable for, or befitting a maiden; gentle; modest; pure; shy.
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Etymology

From Middle English maidenly, equivalent to maiden + -ly.

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What is the meaning of maidenly?

"maidenly" (adj) means of or pertaining to a maiden.

What are the different meanings of maidenly?

"maidenly" has 2 main meanings: 1. Of or pertaining to a maiden; 2. Suitable for, or befitting a maiden; gentle; modest; pure; shy.

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