Gentlewoman
/ˈdʒentlwʊmən/
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Polite Behavior
Focuses on a woman's elegant and courteous actions towards others. 
During the tea party, she acted as a gentlewoman, offering her guests the best seats.
Pro Tip 2/3Respected Lineage
Indicates a woman comes from a family with good social standing or respect. 
As a gentlewoman, she inherits her family's tradition of community service.
Pro Tip 3/3Archaic Usage
The term is old-fashioned and not commonly used in contemporary language. 
In classic novels, characters often refer to females of good character as gentlewomen.