madonna
Definition
A painting, sculpture, statue, or other artistic representation of the Virgin Mary, often depicted holding the infant Jesus.
An Italian term of address for the Virgin Mary, equivalent to 'my lady,' commonly used in religious contexts.
A woman who is idealized or revered for her beauty, purity, grace, or maternal qualities.
Examples
The dusty attic madonna finally got a glow-up when we polished her for Christmas—now she's saintly and sparkle-ready.
In the rom-com of my life, my barista is the madonna: flawless foam art, zero judgment on my triple-shot addiction.
Grandma's madonna statue judges my life choices harder than autocorrect on a late-night text.
He's convinced his goldfish is a madonna reincarnate—swims gracefully, forgives forgotten feedings, pure aquatic perfection.