adj
matronly
Matronly (adj) means acting as a matron, such as a housekeeper or senior nurse.
adj
1
Acting as a matron, such as a housekeeper or senior nurse.
"The door opened, but it was to admit a middle-aged matronly lady with good-humour and domestic capability proclaimed by every detail of her smiling face and easy manner."
— Ernest Bramah, The Eyes of Max Carrados (1923)
2
Showing the confidence, wisdom and authority of an older, experienced woman.
3
Looking like an older woman, often heavily built and a little untidy or old-fashioned in dress.
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What is the meaning of matronly?
"matronly" (adj) means acting as a matron, such as a housekeeper or senior nurse.
What are the different meanings of matronly?
"matronly" has 3 main meanings: 1. Acting as a matron, such as a housekeeper or senior nurse; 2. Showing the confidence, wisdom and authority of an older, experienced woman; 3. Looking like an older woman, often heavily built and a little untidy or old-fashioned in dress.
