Matron: meaning, definitions and examples
๐ฉโโ๏ธ
matron
[ หmeษชtrษn ]
hospital
A woman in charge of domestic and medical arrangements at a hospital.
Synonyms
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matron |
This word is often used in hospitals, especially in the UK, to describe a senior nurse who manages the nursing staff. It can also refer to a woman in charge of domestic affairs in an institution like a boarding school.
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nurse |
This word is typically used in a medical context to describe a healthcare professional who cares for patients, provides medication, and assists doctors. It can also refer to someone who takes care of young children.
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supervisor |
Used in a work or organizational setting to denote a person who oversees and manages the work of others. A supervisor ensures tasks are completed correctly and efficiently.
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caretaker |
Commonly used to describe someone who takes care of a building or property, ensuring maintenance and operations are in good condition. It can also refer to a person who looks after another, especially someone who is sick, elderly, or disabled.
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Examples of usage
- She worked as a matron in the hospital for over 20 years.
- The matron ensured that the patients were well taken care of.
historical
A married woman, especially one who is mature and dignified.
Synonyms
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Word | Description / Examples |
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matron |
Has a slight overlap in meaning with 'matron,' but can also imply an older married woman or one who is stately and dignified.
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matriarch |
Used to describe a woman who is the head of a family or group, particularly one who is authoritative and respected.
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lady |
A polite or respectful way to refer to a woman. Can be used in both formal and informal situations.
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dame |
Used to address a woman in a respectful way, often someone who has been honored for her services in arts or public life. Can also be a somewhat old-fashioned term for a woman.
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Examples of usage
- The matron of the house welcomed us warmly.
- She was the matron of the family, always offering wise advice.
Translations
Translations of the word "matron" in other languages:
๐ต๐น matrona
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฎเคพเคคเฅเคเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Matronin
๐ฎ๐ฉ matrona
๐บ๐ฆ ะผะฐััะพะฝะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ matrona
๐ฏ๐ต ใใใญใณ (matoron)
๐ซ๐ท matrone
๐ช๐ธ matrona
๐น๐ท matron
๐ฐ๐ท ๋งํธ๋ก (matron)
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ุชุฑูู
๐จ๐ฟ matrona
๐ธ๐ฐ matrona
๐จ๐ณ ไธปๅฆ (zhวfรน)
๐ธ๐ฎ matrona
๐ฎ๐ธ matrรณna
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะผะฐััะพะฝะฐ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแขแ แแแ (matrona)
๐ฆ๐ฟ matron
๐ฒ๐ฝ matrona
Etymology
The word 'matron' originated in Middle English from the Old French word 'matrone', which came from the Latin 'mฤtrลna', meaning 'married woman'. Over time, the term evolved to refer to a woman in charge, particularly in hospital or domestic settings.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #15,721, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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