Jo Cox

Going to Cambridge was a bit of a culture shock, I was a working class lass from Batley who hadn't been anywhere apart from the odd holiday on the Costa Del Sol.

British Politician

Craig Revel Horwood

Buying my new house in the country wasn't about showing off or being something I'm not, like Madonna when she turned into the country lass with her tweeds on.

Australian Dancer

Perrie Edwards

I will never change. In years to come, I'll still be that Geordie lass walking round South Shields with a battered Mars Bar!

English Singer

Maureen O'Hara

I dainty little lass I wasn't. I looked twice my age until I turned 10 or 11.

Irish Actress

Jill Ellis

I was a Pompey lass - I can't say I supported Pompey all the time.

British Coach

I have been a Man United lass since I was seven.

Erin Andrews

Yes, I am an Irish lass through and through.

American Journalist

Use 'lass' to add a friendly, affectionate tone when addressing a young woman.

Affectionate Tone

'Lass' is especially common in Scotland and Northern England, reflecting local culture.

Cultural Nuance

Sometimes 'lass' is a term of endearment for a young woman, showing fondness.

Endearment

Use 'lass' to refer to a romantic partner in an affectionate and colloquial manner.

Romantic Affiliation

Shows personal attachment or exclusive relationship with the woman being referred to.

Personal Attachment

It's casual language and may be overly familiar if used with strangers or in professional contexts.

Colloquial Usage

 delectable strawberries ah lass a juicy orange and pear as well did it also have an apple and cherry yes fair maiden Kiwis and ripe melons too but not a vegetable in sight