Meaning of the word doyen in English

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doyen

US /ˈdɔɪ.en/
UK /ˈdɔɪ.en/

Noun

the most respected or prominent woman in a particular field

Example:
She is considered the doyen of American literature.
The doyen of fashion journalism retired after fifty years.