Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wardress
noun
/ˈwɔːr.dres/
Definition
A female in charge of a group of people, especially in a prison or an institution.
Examples
- The wardress ensured that all inmates followed the evening curfew.
- She worked as a wardress at the local correctional facility.
- The wardress monitored the activities of the residents closely.
Meaning
A wardress is typically a woman who holds a position of authority over inmates or residents in a facility, ensuring their safety and following the rules.
Synonyms
- female guard
- matron
- overseer
