housewifely
/'haus,waifli/
Definition
- Adjective:
- Characteristic of, suitable for, or befitting a housewife: Describes qualities, activities, or behaviors traditionally associated with managing a home and domestic duties.
Examples of Usage
- Adjective:
- She was praised for her housewifely skills in managing the household budget.
- The magazine offered advice on housewifely duties such as preserving food and sewing.
Advanced Usage
- Used to describe virtues or arts: Often modifies nouns like "virtues," "skills," "duties," or "arts" to denote domestic proficiency.
- In the 19th century, housewifely virtues were highly esteemed in many societies.
Variants and Related Words
- Housewife (n): A woman whose main occupation is managing her family's home.
- Housewifery (n, archaic): The work or skill of a housewife; domestic management.
Synonyms
- Domestic: Pertaining to the home or household affairs.
- Homemaking: Related to the management of a home.
Antonyms
- Un-domestic: Not interested in or suited to home life.
- Career-oriented: Primarily focused on professional life outside the home.
Adjective
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related or suited to a housewife
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housewifely virtues
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