noun
senorita
A Spanish term or polite title for an unmarried woman.
“Good morning, senorita,” the hotel clerk says with a smile.
Etymology
The Spanish diminutive is based on señora, lady. It became a conventional title for a young or unmarried woman.
More examples
- In Spanish class, we learn to use senorita for an unmarried woman.
- The two senoritas thank the guide for his help.
- “May I take your coat, senorita?” the attendant asks.
Forms
senorita · senoritas
Similar words
- miss
- English title for an unmarried woman, rather than Spanish.
- young lady
- Describes a young woman without specifying her marital status.