old-maidish in a sentence
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Definition
Old-maidish: characteristic of or resembling the stereotypical traits associated with an unmarried woman, often implying eccentric or outdated habits and tastes.
Crossword clues for old-maidish
Crossword clue ideas and answer hints for the word "old-maidish".
- Quirky and unconventional, like a solitary woman.
- Eccentric habits typical of an unmarried lady.
- Stereotypical traits of a reclusive, unmarried woman.
- Outdated tastes often linked to single women.
- Unconventional style associated with a spinster.
Old-maidish sentence examples
- Her old-maidish habits included collecting cats and knitting by the fire every evening.
- The décor of her home felt old-maidish, with floral patterns and frilly lace everywhere.
- Despite her old-maidish appearance, she had a sharp wit that surprised everyone at the party.
- He found her old-maidish ways of organizing everything into labeled boxes oddly charming.
- They teased her for her old-maidish tendencies, but she embraced them with pride.