матро́на — meaning in English

English meaning

• dowager noun A widow who holds property, wealth, or a title inherited from her late husband.
• matron noun An older, often respected woman, especially one seen as dignified or authoritative.

Senses

матро́на is used for these senses in English:

• dowager Any lady of dignified bearing, especially an older one.
• matron A mature or elderly woman, especially one of a higher social rank.

dowager — full definition

1. noun A widow who holds property, wealth, or a title inherited from her late husband.
2. noun A dignified, often older woman of high social standing.

matron — full definition

1. noun An older, often respected woman, especially one seen as dignified or authoritative.
2. noun The senior nurse in charge of a hospital ward or unit.

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