speakeress

English

Etymology

From speaker +‎ -ess.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈspiːkəɹəs/

Noun

speakeress (plural speakeresses)

  1. A female speaker (all human senses)

Usage notes

  • Used much less than formerly. For example, in the US, a female Speaker of the House of Representatives would be addressed as "Madame Speaker".

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