1. plural of ladyhood; the state, condition, or quality of being a lady
Usage: formal; often used in historical or literary contexts
2. plural of ladyhood; the collective experiences, roles, or identities associated with being a lady or woman of a particular social standing
Usage: formal; archaic or literary

Examples

• The novel explores different ladyhoods across centuries and cultures.
• Victorian ladyhoods were marked by strict social conventions and expectations.
• She wrote about the various ladyhoods experienced by women in her family.
• The exhibition celebrated diverse ladyhoods throughout history.
• Their ladyhoods were shaped by the customs of their time.