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adventuress

Adventuress (noun) means a female adventurer; a woman who seeks adventure.

noun
1
A female adventurer; a woman who seeks adventure.
2
A woman of doubtful reputation or suspected character who pursues personal advancement, especially by sexual means; a demirep.
3
A female varietist.
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Etymology

From adventure (verb) + -ess, after adventurer. Compare earlier governess, sorceress, etc.

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What is the meaning of adventuress?

"adventuress" (noun) means a female adventurer; a woman who seeks adventure.

What are the different meanings of adventuress?

"adventuress" has 3 main meanings: 1. A female adventurer; a woman who seeks adventure; 2. A woman of doubtful reputation or suspected character who pursues personal advancement, especially by sexual means; a demirep; 3. A female varietist.

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