aviatrix

[ ey-vee-ey-triks ]

noun

, plural a·vi·a·tri·ces [ey-vee-, ey, -tr, uh, -seez].

1. a woman who is a pilot; aviator.

Gender Note

What's the difference between aviatrix and aviator? See -trix.

Word History and Origins

Origin of aviatrix¹

First recorded in 1925–30; aviat(or) + -trix

Example Sentences

By 1937 Amelia Earhart was the most famous aviatrix in the world, a modern female icon.

From The Daily Beast

Tiny, pretty, and daring, Coleman merited frequent comparison to her white contemporary “aviatrix,” Amelia Earhart.

From The Daily Beast

"Yes—if Ted gives his approval," replied the capable aviatrix.

From Project Gutenberg

The thrill, the intoxication of the race took possession of the young aviatrix, and she urged it on to its fullest speed.

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She wanted to be known as one of the best—if not the best—aviatrix in America!

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Miss Helen Goodrich, an aviatrix of note, was arrested in Bremen this morning charged with kidnapping.

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Miss Helen Goodrich, who is an aviatrix of note, was arrested in Bremen this morning charged with kidnapping.

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Related Words

• aviator