portress

noun

por·​tress ˈpȯr-trəs How to pronounce portress (audio)
: a woman who is a porter: such as
a
: a doorkeeper in a convent or apartment building
b

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of portress was in the 15th century

Dictionary Entries Near portress

Cite this Entry

“Portress.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/portress. Accessed 18 Mar. 2024.

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