dowager
What is another word for dowager? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A widow who holds property, wealth, or a title inherited from her late husband.
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How to use dowager
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
dowager duchess
dowager empress
Formal and somewhat old-fashioned — mostly seen in historical or aristocratic contexts.
Etymology
From Middle French douagere, from douage ("dower"), ultimately from Latin dōs ("dowry").
Full origin of dowager →Frequently asked questions
What does “dowager” mean?
The word “dowager” means a widow who holds property, wealth, or a title inherited from her late husband. In plain terms, a widow of high rank, or more loosely, any stately older woman.
How do you pronounce “dowager”?
“Dowager” is pronounced DOW-uhd-zhuh (/ˈdaʊəd͡ʒɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “dowager” in a sentence?
Here is “dowager” used in a sentence: “The dowager duchess still lived in the family estate.”
What part of speech is “dowager”?
“Dowager” is a noun.
Where does the word “dowager” come from?
The word “dowager” comes from Latin. From Middle French douagere, from douage ("dower"), ultimately from Latin dōs ("dowry").
How many meanings does “dowager” have?
“Dowager” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a widow who holds property, wealth, or a title inherited from her late husband.
