Ladylike Definition & Meaning

ladylike
adjective
  1. befitting a woman of good breeding; "ladylike manners"

"Ladylike" in song lyrics

See how ladylike is used in real songs:

  • "Look at you, do you think that you're ladylike?"
    Funkytown Pros — Just Another Toss-Up

Usage tips for "ladylike"

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