Meaning of the word schoolmistress in English
What does schoolmistress mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
schoolmistress
US /ˈskuːlˌmɪs.trəs/
UK /ˈskuːlˌmɪs.trəs/
Noun
a woman who is a teacher in a school, especially a headteacher or a teacher in a private school (often considered old-fashioned or formal)
Example:
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The strict schoolmistress maintained order in the classroom.
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She had the air of a retired schoolmistress, always correcting grammar.