Associations to the word «Matronly»

Wiktionary

MATRONLY, adjective. In the capacity of a matron; serving as a housekeeper or head nurse.
MATRONLY, adjective. Exuding the authority, wisdom, power, and intelligence of an experienced woman.
MATRONLY, adjective. Having the appearance of a mature woman, often of larger physical stature and somewhat unkempt or dowdy.
MATRONLY, adverb. In the manner of a matron.

Dictionary definition

MATRONLY, adjective. Befitting or characteristic of a fully mature woman; "her matronly figure".

Wise words

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