What term is used to describe an unmarried woman, usually older than the typical age for marriage?

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13 Apr 2018
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28 May 2026

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The correct answer is 'Spinster,' which refers to an unmarried woman, generally older than the usual marrying age. The other options do not fit this definition: 'Painter' is an artist, 'Single man' refers to an unmarried male, and 'Person who dislikes others' describes a misanthrope.

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