Belle (noun)

1. A woman who is admired for her beauty and charm.
2. A woman who is the most popular and attractive person in a group or at a social event.

Origin:

From the french word "belle" meaning "beautiful woman".

Examples:

1. She was the belle of the ball.
2. He was smitten with the belle of the town.
3. The belle of the party was wearing a beautiful red dress.
4. The belle of the school was voted most popular.
5. The belle of the town was courted by many men.