madam
nounUK /ˈmæd.əm/
US /ˈmæd.əm/
A polite word used to talk to or about a woman.
Excuse me, madam, may I help you find something?
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A polite way to begin a formal letter to a woman.
Dear Madam, thank you for your letter.
3. A woman who owns or runs a business, especially a brothel.
The madam ran the house on the corner.
4. A word used to address a woman in a position of authority.
Madam President, the meeting will now begin.