Maidenly
[meyd-n-lee] /ˈmeɪd n li/
adjective
1.
pertaining to, characteristic of, or befitting a :
a maidenly blush.
/ˈmeɪdənlɪ/
adjective
1.
of or befitting a maiden
adj.
mid-15c., from maiden (n.) + -ly (1).
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