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    Douairière (en. Dowager)

    /du.a.ʁiɛʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A woman who benefits from a dowry, that is, a set of goods or income due to her marriage.
    The dowager has managed to maintain the family heritage in good condition.
    La douairière a su maintenir l'héritage familial en bon état.
    A widow who receives a dowry from her deceased husband.
    As a dowager, she lives comfortably thanks to the dowry.
    En tant que douairière, elle vit confortablement grâce au douaire.

    Etymology

    The word comes from the Latin 'dotalis', which means 'relating to a dowry'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    dowager of oneself
    A woman who is independent and has her own means.
    douairière de soi-même

    Related Words

    dowry
    Sum of money or set of goods that the husband leaves to his wife.
    douaire
    inheritance
    Transfer of property or rights by succession.
    héritage

    Slang Meanings

    Elderly lady with social status.
    She is a true dowager, respected throughout the neighborhood.
    Elle est une vraie douairière, respectée dans tout le quartier.
    Woman who has comfortable income.
    This dowager does not need to work.
    Cette douairière n'a pas besoin de travailler.