old lady
Informal for mother
An old lady is literally an elderly woman, but the phrase often refers to someone's mother or wife/girlfriend regardless of age: My old lady won't let me go out tonight, His old lady called while he was at work.
The slang usage is informal and can sound dismissive or affectionate depending on tone and context.
When preceded by "little," the phrase typically returns to its literal meaning of an elderly woman.
Advanced in age
- agedAdvanced in years
- gray-hairedHaving silver locks
- silver-hairedHaving gray-white hair
- retireeOne who left work
pensioner · octogenarian · nonagenarian · golden years · senior citizen · geriatric · nursing home · assisted living
Informal word for mother
- mommyMother, to children
- momFemale parent, informal
- maternalOf or like mothers
- maternityState of being pregnant
motherhood · caregiver · nurturing · protective · loving · devoted · familial · child-rearing
Senior figure of authority
- ancestressFemale from whom one descends
- clanRelated group sharing ancestry
- dynastySuccessive family rulers
- lineageDescent from progenitors
heritage · authority · wisdom · respected · venerable · dowager · grande dame
Treasured or costly
- sweetheartAffectionate name for beloved
- darlingBeloved person or pet
- grannyInformal term for grandmother
- nanaInformal term for grandmother
biddy · sweet · gentle · kindly · white-haired · spectacled · aproned · doting
Female marriage partner
- partnerOne who shares activity
- better halfEndearing term for partner
- companionOne who keeps company
- matePartner or companion
married · wedded · hubby · husband · Mrs. · missus · ball and chain · domestic partner
Having practical knowledge gained
- sageWisdom keeper or seasoning
- knowledgeableHaving extensive information
- storiesAccounts or building levels
- memoriesStored past experiences
life lessons · advice · insight · perspective · traditional values
Of lasting excellence
- traditionalFollowing long-held customs
- quaintAttractively unfamiliar, outdated
- antiqueOld valued collectible
- laceOpen-weave ornamental fabric
doilies · china · heirloom · keepsakes · photographs · nostalgia · bygone era · Victorian
elderly
Advanced in age
- agedAdvanced in years
- gray-hairedHaving silver locks
- silver-hairedHaving gray-white hair
retiree · pensioner · octogenarian · nonagenarian · golden years · senior citizen · geriatric · nursing home · assisted living · Social Security
mama
Informal word for mother
maternity · motherhood · caregiver · nurturing · protective · loving · devoted · familial · child-rearing · empty-nester
elder
Senior figure of authority
- ancestressFemale from whom one descends
- clanRelated group sharing ancestry
- dynastySuccessive family rulers
lineage · heritage · authority · wisdom · respected · venerable · dowager · grande dame
dear
Treasured or costly
- sweetheartAffectionate name for beloved
- darlingBeloved person or pet
- grannyInformal term for grandmother
nana · biddy · sweet · gentle · kindly · white-haired · spectacled · aproned · doting
wife
Female marriage partner
- partnerOne who shares activity
- better halfEndearing term for partner
- companionOne who keeps company
mate · married · wedded · hubby · husband · Mrs. · missus · ball and chain · domestic partner
experienced
Having practical knowledge gained
- sageWisdom keeper or seasoning
- knowledgeableHaving extensive information
- storiesAccounts or building levels
memories · life lessons · advice · insight · perspective · traditional values
classic
Of lasting excellence
- traditionalFollowing long-held customs
- quaintAttractively unfamiliar, outdated
- antiqueOld valued collectible
lace · doilies · china · heirloom · keepsakes · photographs · nostalgia · bygone era · Victorian · proper
old ladyyoung girl
Female child, not yet adolescent
young woman · little girl · young lady · teenager · lass