Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

progenitrix

Noun
/ˈprɒdʒ(ɪ)ˌnɪtrɪks/
Definition
A female ancestor or a progenitor; specifically, a term for a mother or a female ancestor.
Examples
  • Her role as a progenitrix in the family was revered by all generations.
  • In mythology, the goddess was considered a progenitrix of life and all living beings.
  • The researchers studied the progenitrix of the species to understand its evolution better.
Meaning
The term ‘progenitrix’ refers to a woman who is a source or origin of something, especially in a biological sense. It highlights the role of women as ancestors or creators in the lineage of descendants.
Synonyms
  • Mother
  • Ancestral female
  • Female ancestor
  • Forebear