In a broader sense, this can refer to something trendy or impressive (e.g., "a sexy new tech startup"). 2. Why the Extra Letters? (Slang Evolution)
: Adjective referring to qualities that are sexually alluring or physically attractive. Dictionary Evolution : According to the Oxford English Dictionary (OED)
Historically, media framed "lady" as a reward for conformity. If a female character broke rules, she was called a "woman" (or worse). The title "lady" was aspirational, exclusive, and often unattainable for working-class women.
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