administratrix
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/ədˌmɪnɪˈstreɪtrɪks/
female administrator
Etymology
Etymology Information
'administratrix' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'administratrix', where 'administrare' meant 'to manage or direct'.
Historical Evolution
'administratrix' changed from the Latin word 'administratrix' and has remained largely unchanged in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a female manager or director', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a female administrator, especially one who administers an estate.
The administratrix was responsible for managing the estate after her uncle's passing.
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Last updated: 2025/05/10 14:21