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maidenly

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Maidenly (adj) means relating to a young, unmarried woman.

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1
Relating to a young, unmarried woman.
2
Fitting for a young unmarried woman; gentle, modest, pure and shy.
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Etymology

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

maidenlike

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What is the meaning of maidenly?
"maidenly" (adj) means relating to a young, unmarried woman.
What is another word for maidenly?
Other words for "maidenly" include maidenlike.
What is the opposite of maidenly?
The opposite of "maidenly" is masculine.
What are the different meanings of maidenly?
"maidenly" has 2 main meanings: 1. Relating to a young, unmarried woman; 2. Fitting for a young unmarried woman; gentle, modest, pure and shy.

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