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Gray Lady

noun

Definition of Gray Lady 

: a volunteer worker of the American Red Cross who provides nonprofessional care and services for the sick and convalescent usually in hospitals

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History and Etymology for Gray Lady

so called from the gray uniform worn on duty

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