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ma'am
Definitions
polite way to address a lady (especially in the Southern US)Usage: "Ma'am, would you like me to open the door?"
(Expression) a polite form of address for women, derived from the French "madame"
Usage: Yes, ma'am.
formal for a female
Usage: Ma'am, can I get some assistance?
(Noun) respectful term for an older woman
Usage: How are you doing today Ma'am.
to address a lady teacher
Usage: Yes ma'am i understand
a word used for a woman when the name is not known
Usage: I always call her Ma'am when I address her.
(Noun) formal address for a respected woman
Usage: Yes, ma'am I'll do what you say.
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