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debutante

[deb-yoo-tahnt, -tant] / ˈdɛb yʊˌtɑnt, -ˌtænt /
NOUN
young woman
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Webster and Hopkins’s unique creation invites readers to stand in for the three main characters— the debutante Helen; the caddish Jed; and the good guy Saunders—as these hapless young people confront romantic and ethical conundrums.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 14, 2025

The changes Han introduced to the series included new and expanded characters, the Season 1 debutante ball and a four-year time jump.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 15, 2025

In reply, West Indies openers Hayley Matthews and Qiana Joseph started positively with a stand of 91 in 14 overs, before debutante Em Arlott claimed the prized wicket of Matthews for 48.

From BBC • May 30, 2025

But as the apps are trying to monetize their matchmaking—and some users now with a whole decade of striking out under their belts—old-fashioned meet-cutes-in-bars or, say, debutante balls look more and more appealing.

From Slate • Feb. 14, 2024

She twirled the doll and its frilly dress like it was a debutante.

From "The First Rule of Punk" by Celia C. Pérez