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Rarematronly
The correct spelling is matronly.
How to pronounce matronly
/ˈmeɪtɹənli/
adjectiveIPA: /ˈmeɪtɹənli/
Say it like: Mat-ron-lee
The correct spelling is matronly. In the capacity of a matron; serving as a housekeeper or head nurse. For example: "The matronly woman cared for the sick orphan."
Usage Examples
“The matronly woman cared for the sick orphan.”
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Meanings
adjective
- 1.In the capacity of a matron; serving as a housekeeper or head nurse.
- 2.Exuding the authority, wisdom, power, and intelligence of an experienced woman.
- 3.Having the appearance of a mature woman, often of larger physical stature and somewhat unkempt or dowdy.
adverb
- 1.In the manner of a matron.
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