Pastoress
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Pastoress is a noun meaning A female pastor (person who tends to a flock).
Meaning
A female pastor (person who tends to a flock).
More Meanings
- A female pastor (minister or priest of a Christian church).
Example Sentences
The first Mrs. Kirke was, I judge, a sedate pastoress, who looked well after her household and her husband's flock.
Word Forms
- pastoresses
- pastress
Synonyms for pastoress
Depending on context, synonyms include pastrix, shepherdess.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include pastor, preacheress, copastor, shepherd, pastorpreneur, herdess.
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