lady of leisure

The term "lady of leisure" describes a woman who has the financial means to enjoy a life without the necessity of employment.

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Definition

B2General

(common)A woman who does not need to work and has plenty of free time.

Example

  • After inheriting a fortune, she became a lady of leisure and spent her days traveling the world.

B2Ironic

(informal, ironic)A woman who is unemployed or retired.

Example

  • Since losing her job, she's been jokingly calling herself a lady of leisure.

Similar

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