frau

/fraʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

a married woman, especially in German-speaking countries

“The elderly frau in the neighborhood was famous for her delicious baked goods.”

2. noun

a woman or girl (used as a polite or formal term)

“The professor addressed his frau as Mrs. Johnson during the lecture.”

Synonyms

  • matron
  • wife

Antonyms

  • bachelor
  • spinster