memsahib

Noun

A term used in colonial India to refer to a European woman, especially the wife of a British officer or official.

ریشه

Derived from the Hindi word 'mem' (madam) and the Persian word 'sahib' (master).

مثال

• The memsahib attended the official dinner with her husband.
• In colonial India, the memsahib had a privileged lifestyle.
• The memsahib was known for her charitable work in the community.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Attend as a memsahib Live as a memsahib Respect the memsahib Serve the memsahib