Definition

Noun: A female manager; a woman who is in charge of a business, organization, department, or team.

Usage

The term "manageress" is used to specify that the manager in question is a woman. It is formed by adding the feminine suffix "-ess" to "manager". Note on Usage: This word is now considered dated and potentially offensive by many, as it unnecessarily highlights gender in a professional role. The neutral term "manager" is preferred in modern English for all genders.

Examples

• The of the hotel greeted us at the reception.
• She was promoted to of the retail store last year.
• (Historical/Archaic usage) The department called a staff meeting.

Advanced Usage

• The use of "-ess" suffixes (e.g., actress, waitress, stewardess) has declined significantly in favor of gender-neutral terms (actor, server, flight attendant). "Manageress" follows this pattern and is rarely used in contemporary professional or formal contexts.

Variants and Related Words

• Manager (n): The standard, gender-neutral term for a person who manages.
• Management (n): The process or practice of managing.
• Manage (v): To be in charge of, to run, or to control.

Synonyms

Supervisor, head, director, administrator, superintendent. (These are all gender-neutral.)

Notes on Meaning

The core meaning is identical to "manager" but specifies female gender. Its primary distinction in modern English is its status as an outdated term.

Noun

1. a woman manager