VICTRESS

Etymology

Noun

victress (plural victresses)

Alternative form of victoress

Source: Wiktionary


Vic"tress, n. Etym: [Cf. L. victrix.]

Definition: A woman who wins a victory; a female victor.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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