Woman Definition & Meaning

woman
noun
  1. an adult female person (as opposed to a man); "the woman kept house while the man hunted"
  2. a female person who plays a significant role (wife or mistress or girlfriend) in the life of a particular man; "he was faithful to his woman"
  3. a human female employed to do housework; "the char will clean the carpet"; "I have a woman who comes in four hours a day while I write"
  4. women as a class; "it's an insult to American womanhood"; "woman is the glory of creation"; "the fair sex gathered on the veranda"

"Woman" in song lyrics

See how woman is used in real songs:

  • "O-o-o-o-oh, pretty woman!"
    2 Live Crew — Pretty Woman
  • "Hilary's my wife, but Monica baby, you're my woman"
    2 Live Crew — Bill So Horny
  • "Now my new woman..."
    2nd II None f/ DJ Quik, AMG, Hi-C, Playa Hamm — Got A Nu Woman

Usage tips for "woman"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "woman" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for woman to find words that pair well.

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