Ancestress
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈæn.sɛs.tɹəs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Ancestress is a noun meaning (dated) A female ancestor.
Meaning
(dated) A female ancestor.
Example Sentences
The strange legend that you will find inscribed by your remote ancestress upon the potsherd was communicated to me by my father on his deathbed, and took a strong hold upon my imagination.
Word Forms
- ancestresses
Synonyms for ancestress
Depending on context, synonyms include ancestrix.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include ancestrix, ancestry, grandmother, foremother, progenitrix, mother.
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