Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

genetrix

Noun

/ˈdʒɛnɪtrɪks/

Definition

A female ancestor or progenitor.

Examples

She was honored as the genetrix of a prominent family that played a significant role in local history.
The research traced the genetrix of the species back to its origins in prehistoric times.

Meaning

The term ‘genetrix’ refers to a mother or a female ancestor, particularly in a genealogical context. It can be used to highlight the maternal line in a family tree.