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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

duenna

/ˈduːɛnə/ noun · British & US
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What does duenna mean?

noun

A woman who acts as a chaperone or companion to a young woman, especially in a social or official setting. A woman who is a guardian or protector of another woman.

Example

"The young woman's duenna accompanied her to the royal ball."

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