old woman; elderly lady
A somewhat formal or literary term for an elderly woman. In casual speech, おばあさん is more common.
The old woman was sitting on a bench in the park.
The elderly lady's story was very interesting.
老女 is a plain, neutral term for an old woman used in narration, while 老婦 carries a slightly more refined, formal tone.
Used when referring politely to people, especially in formal counts like reservations or attendance.
Compound of 老 (old) and 婦 (woman, lady). A straightforward Sino-Japanese word.