old-maidish

ریشه

The term 'old-maidish' is derived from 'old maid', a term for an older, unmarried woman, and the suffix '-ish', used to form adjectives indicating resemblance or manner.

مثال

• Her old-maidish tendencies were evident in her meticulous housekeeping.
• He described her as old-maidish, with her strict rules and routines.
• Her old-maidish demeanor was off-putting to some.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Old-maidish tendencies Old-maidish demeanor Old-maidish way