dow·a·ger 
/ˈdawɪʤɚ/ noun
plural dow·a·gers /ˈdawɪʤɚ/ noun [count] 1 : a woman who has inherited property or a title from her dead husband — often used before another noun ▪ the dowager Duchess 2 : an old woman who is very formal or serious
▪ The estate is owned by a wealthy dowager.
▪ The estate is owned by a wealthy dowager.
