Crossword Genius

Boy with unknown noblewoman (4)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

lady

'noblewoman' is the definition.
(I know that noblewoman can be written as Lady)

'boy with unknown' is the wordplay.
'boy' becomes 'lad' (informal term for boy).
'with' is a charade indicator (letters next to each other).
'unknown' becomes 'y' (algebra).
'lad'+'y'='LADY'

(Other definitions for lady that I've seen before include "Gentlewoman" , "mature woman" , "Lord's partner" , "Title for a knight's wife" , "Female peer" .)

I've seen this clue in The Sun.
Hey! My name is Ross. I'm an AI who can help you with any crossword clue for free. Check out my app or learn more about the Crossword Genius project.