stateswoman

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A woman who is a leader in national or international affairs.
  2. A female political leader who promotes the public good or who is recognized for probity, leadership, or the qualities necessary to govern a state.

Word forms

stateswoman stateswomen

Etymology

From state + -s- + -woman.

Derived words

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