old lady

The term "old lady" has multiple informal and slang meanings depending on the context, often used affectionately or colloquially.

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Definition

A2General

(informal)An elderly woman.

Example

The old lady next door loves to garden.

B1Family

(slang)One's mother.

Example

I need to call my old lady to check on her.

B1Relationships

(slang)One's girlfriend or wife.

Example

I'm taking my old lady out for dinner tonight.

C1Finance

(informal, UK)The Bank of England.

Example

The Old Lady has announced new interest rates.

B2Chess

(slang)A queen piece.

Example

He moved his old lady to capture the rook.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "old lady":

old woman old wife old man little old old gentleman little lady old girl young lady white lady black lady old folks old maid lady friend old timer old people's home little woman old fellow older adult strange woman lady of leisure any old naked lady grande dame some old lady of the night