Mistress (Noun)
Meaning 1
An adulterous woman; a woman who has an ongoing extramarital sexual relationship with a man.
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Nouns denoting people.
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Meaning 2
A woman schoolteacher (especially one regarded as strict).
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Nouns denoting people.
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Meaning 3
A woman master who directs the work of others.
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Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The mistress of the household oversaw the daily chores and ensured everything ran smoothly.
- As the mistress of the estate, she was responsible for managing the staff and making important decisions.
- The young apprentice was eager to learn from the skilled mistress who had spent years perfecting her craft.
- The mistress of the school was a strict but fair educator who demanded the best from her students.
- In her role as mistress of the manor, she was tasked with hosting lavish parties and events for the community.