Definition

A woman who holds a managerial position in a business or organization.

Example

The manageress of the restaurant ensured that everything ran smoothly during the busy dinner service.

Conversation

Did you hear that our new manageress is really strict?

Yeah, I heard she runs a tight ship.

I hope she’s also supportive and not just tough.

I think she will be; a good manageress balances both.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Manageress → It is formed from "manager" (from Italian "maneggiare", meaning to handle or control) and the suffix "-ess" (meaning a female). The word "manageress" refers to a female manager or someone who handles or controls a business or organization.

Memory Tip

Think of a person who 'handles' things ('maneggiare') and the '-ess' indicating that this person is female. This helps you remember that a manageress is a woman who manages.

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