Associations to the word «Governess»

Wiktionary

GOVERNESS, noun. A woman paid to educate children in their own home.
GOVERNESS, verb. To work as governess; to educate children in their own home.

Dictionary definition

GOVERNESS, noun. A woman entrusted with the care and supervision of a child (especially in a private home).

Wise words

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Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr.