dona

/ˈdoʊnə/ or /ˈdoʊnɑː/

Definitions

1. noun

A woman who is a nun or a female head of a monastery; a woman of noble birth or rank, especially one who is a title of honor bestowed by a monarch.

“The dona of the monastery oversaw the daily operations and ensured that the sisters were well taken care of.”

2. noun

A Spanish or Portuguese title of respect, equivalent to ‘lady’ or ‘ma’am’.

“The dona smiled warmly and invited us to sit down for a cup of coffee.”

3. noun

A type of cake or pastry, especially one made with churros or doughnuts.

“The bakery sold a variety of donas, including classic churro donas and creative flavor combinations.”

4. noun

A type of plant or shrub, especially the dona tree (Tabebuia donnell-smithii).

“The dona tree was a popular choice for landscaping in tropical regions due to its vibrant flowers and ability to attract birds.”

Synonyms

  • lady
  • ma'am
  • noblewoman

Antonyms

  • commoner
  • nobleman