ma'am
/mæm/
noun
- A polite way to address a woman, especially one in a position of authority or an older woman.
- When the police officer approached, she said, 'Good evening, ma'am, may I see your license?'
- The student raised his hand and said, 'Excuse me, ma'am, I have a question.'
- The flight attendant asked, 'Would you like coffee or tea, ma'am?'
- A formal term used to address a female customer or client in service settings.
- The cashier smiled and said, 'Here's your change, ma'am.'
- The waiter brought the menu and said, 'Your table is ready, ma'am.'
- The hotel clerk asked, 'Will you be needing a wake-up call, ma'am?'
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