Madam

Pronunciation: /ˈmædəm/

Madam (noun)

  1. A respectful way to address a woman, especially in formal situations.
  2. A woman who manages a brothel.

Examples

  • Excuse me, madam, could you help me?
  • The waiter politely addressed the customer as madam.

Common collocations: excuse me, madam, yes, madam, brothel madam, madam in charge

Synonyms of Madam

Formal

Neutral