Where does “governeresse” come from?
governeresse (Middle English) comes from Old French governeresse — female ruler or administrator.
governeresse (Middle English): A woman who controls or leads; a female figure in...
Definitions
- A woman who controls or leads; a female figure in...
Ancestry of “governeresse”, step by step
| Step | Language | Word | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Old French | governeresse | female ruler or administrator |