Shootress
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Shootress is a noun meaning A female shooter; a markswoman; an archeress.
Meaning
A female shooter; a markswoman; an archeress.
Example Sentences
Her mighty bow Clorinda often drew, / And many a sharp and deadly arrow shot; // And from her bow no steeled shaft there flew, / But that some blood the cursed engine got, // Blood of some valiant knight or man of fame, / For that proud shootress scorned weaker game.
Word Forms
- shootresses
Synonyms for shootress
Depending on context, synonyms include archeress, markswoman.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include shooter, shootist, marksperson, archeress, gunwoman, bowwoman.
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