ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Detractress

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Detractress is a noun meaning (obsolete) A female detractor.

Meaning

(obsolete) A female detractor.

Example Sentences

That if any shall detract from a Lady's Character, […]the said Detractress shall be forthwith ordered to the lowest place of the Room.

Word Forms

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include derider, desertrice, traitoress, desertress, tauntress, dishorner.

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