Definition

A woman who hunts animals for food or sport.

Example

The huntress skillfully tracked her prey through the forest.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new movie featuring a female huntress?

Yeah, I saw the trailer! It looks amazing.

I love stories that focus on a strong huntress character.

Same here! It’s great to see more female heroes in films.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Huntress → It is formed from "hunt" (from Old English *huntian*, meaning to chase or pursue) and "-ess" (a suffix used to denote a female). The word "huntress" refers to a female who hunts or pursues game.

Memory Tip

Think of a woman who "chases" or "pursues" (from 'hunt') — the '-ess' indicates she is female, making her a huntress.

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