Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
widow-woman
Noun
/ˈwɪdəʊ ˌwʊmən/
Definition
A woman whose spouse has died and who has not remarried.
Examples
- After the loss of her husband, she embraced her identity as a widow-woman, finding strength in her community.
- The widow-woman shared her story at the support group, connecting with others who understood her pain.
Meaning
The term ‘widow-woman’ typically emphasizes the gender of the widow, highlighting her identity as a woman in the context of loss and mourning.
Synonyms
- Widow
- Bereaved woman
- Surviving spouse
