adventuress
The origin and history of adventuress.
Etymology
Formed from adventure (verb) and -ess, modelled on adventurer. Compare the earlier governess, sorceress, and similar words.
The origin and history of adventuress.
Formed from adventure (verb) and -ess, modelled on adventurer. Compare the earlier governess, sorceress, and similar words.
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