CEFR C1

Dame

noun

Meaning

A woman who has been given the title of Dame Commander or Dame Grand Cross of a British order of chivalry, equivalent to a knight.

Examples

Dame Judi Dench is a celebrated actress.
She was awarded the title of Dame for her services to the arts.

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Dame (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /deɪm/

Definition

A woman who has been given the title of Dame Commander or Dame Grand Cross of a British order of chivalry, equivalent to a knight.

Examples

Dame Judi Dench is a celebrated actress.
She was awarded the title of Dame for her services to the arts.
The Queen appointed several new dames this year.

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