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mrs.

Mrs. Johnson teaches her class about plants.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A title used before a married woman's surname or full name: "Mrs." is a courtesy title and form of address for a married woman. It traditionally indicates the woman is married.
Usage
  • "Mrs." is used as a formal title of respect.
  • It is placed directly before the woman's surname (e.g., Mrs. Smith) or her husband's full name (e.g., Mrs. John Smith), though the latter usage is now less common.
  • Unlike "Miss" or "Ms.", "Mrs." specifically denotes marital status.
  • It is always written with a period in American English, as it is an abbreviation.
Examples
Advanced Usage
  • "Mrs." as a standalone noun: Informally, "the Mrs." can refer to one's own wife.
    • I'll have to check with the Mrs. before I can commit.
  • Modern Usage: Some women choose to retain "Mrs." with their own birth surname or a hyphenated surname after marriage (e.g., Mrs. Carter-Brown).
Variants and Related Words
  • Miss: A title for an unmarried woman or girl.
  • Ms.: A title for a woman that does not specify her marital status.
  • Madam: A formal term of address for a woman, equivalent to "Sir" for a man.
Synonyms
  • Madam: A polite form of address for a woman.
Notes on Meaning
  • The word "Mrs." is an abbreviation of the historical title "Mistress," which has evolved in meaning over time.
  • Its usage is a matter of personal preference, and it is always important to use the title a woman prefers.
mrs.

Mrs. Johnson teaches her class about plants.

Noun
  1. a form of address for a married woman

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