maîtresse de maison — meaning in English

English meaning

• hostess noun A woman who welcomes and entertains guests, or who runs an event.
• housewife noun A woman whose main role is managing the home rather than working outside it.

Senses

maîtresse de maison is used for these senses in English:

• hostess A female host.
• housewife (plural "housewives") The wife of a householder; the mistress of a family; the female head of a household.

hostess — full definition

1. noun A woman who welcomes and entertains guests, or who runs an event.
2. noun A female flight attendant (dated usage).

housewife — full definition

1. noun A woman whose main role is managing the home rather than working outside it.
2. noun A small sewing kit or case for needles, thread, and pins.

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