mistress
Translation
mistress, lover, female head of household
Examples
He had a secret mistress for many years.
He had a secret mistress for many years.
She was the mistress of a large country estate.
She was the mistress of a large country estate.
The dog was very loyal to its mistress.
The dog was very loyal to its mistress.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.'s)) mistress sb's lover, especially a married man's He had a secret mistress for many years.
mistress ((of sth.)) the female head of a household or institution She was the mistress of a large country estate.
Similar Words
Synonyms: lover, paramour (for affair); lady, head (for authority).
Etymology
From Old French 'maistresse', the feminine form of 'maistre' (master). It is the female equivalent of 'master'.
Memory Tips
Remember it as the female version of 'master'. The title 'Mrs.' is a contraction of 'mistress', though the meanings have diverged.