noun
attractive older woman; MILF
Colloquial term for a sexually attractive mature woman, often with a nuance of experience and allure. Can be used in media, adult content, or casual conversation. The English gloss 'MILF' is a close equivalent but may carry a stronger sexual connotation.
彼は熟女が好みだと言っていた。
He said he likes mature women.
そのドラマには魅力的な熟女がたくさん出てくる。
Many attractive older women appear in that drama.
Compound of 熟 (じゅく, 'ripe, mature') and 女 (じょ, 'woman'). The exact origin is uncertain, but it likely emerged in modern colloquial Japanese to describe a sexually attractive older woman.