Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
feme-sole
noun
/ˈfiːm sɒl/
Definition
A term used to describe a woman who is unmarried or widowed, and has the legal capacity to own property or enter into contracts independently of her husband.
Examples
- As a feme-sole, she was able to manage her own finances and investments.
- The feme-sole had full control over her family estate.
- Historically, a feme-sole had rights that were not commonly recognized for married women.
Meaning
In legal contexts, ‘feme-sole’ refers to a woman who possesses certain rights similar to those of a man, particularly in matters of property and finance, without the need for a male guardian or husband.
Synonyms
- Single woman
- Unmarried female
- Independent woman
