The empress
Example: The empress wore a beautiful crown at the ceremony.
Definition
"The empress" refers to a female ruler or sovereign of an empire, often holding supreme authority over vast territories and peoples, typically by hereditary right or marriage to an emperor. The empress is often recognized as a powerful and dignified figure in history.
Etymology
The word "empress" originates from the Latin word 'imperatrix,' which is the feminine form of 'imperator,' meaning commander or ruler. It entered English through Old French around the 14th century. Did you know? The title 'empress' emphasizes female sovereignty, distinguishing it from the male equivalent, 'emperor.'
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"The empress" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (A1) - set 1", containing 208 commonly used words.
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