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MATRONLY

(adj.sat, adj., adverb)

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There are 5 meanings of the word Matronly.

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Matronly - as an adjective satellite

Befitting or characteristic of a fully mature woman

Example: "Her matronly figure"

Matronly - as an adjective

In the capacity of a matron; serving as a housekeeper or head nurse.

Example: "The matronly woman cared for the sick orphan."

Exuding the authority, wisdom, power, and intelligence of an experienced woman.

Example: "...the matronly upper arms girls know about life and love and losing... janeane garofalo"

Having the appearance of a mature woman, often of larger physical stature and somewhat unkempt or dowdy.

Example: "Gone is her matronly gray frizzy hair and those bushy brows, frumpy frock and old lady pearls. https//web.archive.org/web/20090427074230/http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/thedishrag/2009/04/susan-boyle-gets-a-makeover-is-she-going-hollywood-already.html"

Matronly - as an adverb

In the manner of a matron.

Example Sentences

"The matronly woman wore a floral dress and carried a handbag."
"Her matronly appearance made her seem older than she actually was."
"The matronly figure of the teacher commanded respect from her students."
"She had a matronly aura about her that made people feel at ease."
"The matronly lady watched over the children at the playground."
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Word Game Points

Is MATRONLY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, matronly is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

MATRONLY has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is MATRONLY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, matronly is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MATRONLY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is MATRONLY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, matronly is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MATRONLY has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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