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| dow·a·ger [ dów əjər ] (plural dow·a·gers) |
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1. widow with husband's title or property: a woman who has inherited a title or property from her deceased husband
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2. woman of status: a rich-looking or respected woman of advanced years
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| [Mid-16th century. < Old French douagere< Latin dos "dowry"] |
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