la‧dy‧like/ˈleɪdilaɪk/ adjective old-fashioned if a woman or girl is ladylike, she behaves in a polite and quiet way that was once believed to be typical of or suitable for women: ▪ ladylike behaviour
adjective EXAMPLES FROM OTHER ENTRIES ▪ Jill is a ladylike child who doesn't like to play in the dirt.