gentlewomen

plural of gentlewoman
as in ladies
a woman of high birth or social position in the 19th century a number of American gentlewomen used their wealth and influence to further abolitionism, women's rights, and other worthy causes

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  • As fighting began, the three eldest Schuylers—now marriageable young ladies—attended dancing assemblies, on the lookout for mates.
    Jane Kamensky, The Atlantic, 10 Oct. 2025
  • From the start, they were considered fashionable transportation, chosen by well-to-do ladies to pop about or driven for ceremonial use.
    Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 10 Oct. 2025
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