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misses

[ˈmɪsɪz]

misses Definition

  • 1a title used before a surname or full name to address or refer to a married woman without a higher or honorific or professional title
  • 2plural form of 'miss', a title used before a surname or full name to address or refer to an unmarried woman

Using misses: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "misses" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Excuse me, Misses Smith, do you have a moment?

  • Example

    The Misses Johnson are hosting a charity event next week.

  • Example

    Misses Brown is a great teacher.

  • Example

    The Misses Jones are twins.

misses Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for misses

  • madam
  • ma'am
  • Mrs.
  • Ms.

Phrases with misses

  • used to refer to two sisters who live together

    Example

    The Misses Johnson have lived in this house for over fifty years.

  • a humorous play on words of 'Miss Right', referring to a woman who is the perfect romantic partner

    Example

    I haven't found Misses Right yet, but I'm still looking.

  • Misses Fix-It

    a woman who is skilled at repairing or fixing things

    Example

    My mom is a real Misses Fix-It. She can fix anything around the house.

Origins of misses

from the plural of 'miss', a shortening of mistress

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Summary: misses in Brief

'Misses' [ˈmɪsɪz] is a title used before a surname or full name to address or refer to a married woman without a higher or honorific or professional title. It is also the plural form of 'miss', which is used to address or refer to an unmarried woman. The term extends into phrases like 'the Misses,' referring to two sisters who live together, and 'Misses Fix-It,' denoting a woman who is skilled at repairing or fixing things.