Memsahib

Chinaman, the half-caste woman that we call the Memsahib (she used to live with Fung-Tching), the other Eurasian, and one of the Persians.

Plain Tales from the Hills Rudyard Kipling 1900

"Memsahib" was heard in every direction, for the arrival of a party of supposedly rich Americans had been duly heralded.

Travels in the Far East Ellen Mary Hayes Peck

A steam launch was taken at the Apollo Bunder, and, after an hour and a half on the bay, we arrived at the island; the landing was not agreeable, and we were met with a chorus of voices from boys and men, crying "Memsahib" this and "Memsahib" that; some were beggars, others were intent on renting their "chairs" for the ascent of the hill.

Travels in the Far East Ellen Mary Hayes Peck

Needless to say, the 'Memsahib' fell about cackling with laughter but I ignored her, mustering as much dignity as I could whilst reminding myself that no great man is ever a hero to his valet!

DUFF & NONSENSE! 2009

"Memsahib" of the British era has undergone a change, therefore, she has aptly named it

PunjabNewsline News 2009

The little 'Memsahib' has graciously assented to accompany me and as I'm not 'Boring for Britain' until the evening, we hope to have a pleasant day exploring a part of the country that is unknown to both of us.

DUFF & NONSENSE! 2008

A lovely women's clothing store with a range of great designers, including milliners Philip Treacy, Memsahib Couture and Lady Muck.

Days at the Races 2011

A lovely women's clothing store with a range of great designers, including milliners Philip Treacy, Memsahib Couture and Lady Muck.

My Old Kentucky Home 2011

Abdu and Abdullah addressed my mother as “Memsahib.”

Crossing Mandelbaum Gate Kai Bird 2010

Having shipped the Memsahib off to foreign parts for the weekend (a posh Works outing to Disneyland Paris no less), I have less obligations to fulfill domestically.

The Tories Must Get Off the Fence Too 2008