WORDS REFERRING TO WOMEN I
From The Word's the Thing
Dr. Louis D. Appel

1. Female side of the family
2. Leading female opera singer
3. Marriage-able
4. A young woman being "introduced" in society
5. A reformed prostitute
6. Specialty shop featuring women's fashions and accessories 

Answers:

1. Distaff
2. Diva
3. Nubile
4. Debutante
5. Magdalene*
6. Boutique

*There is no word for a reformed John.

[Specialized Vocabulary]

SEE ALSO:
WHAT'S WRONG WITH THIS PICTURE I & II