Englishwoman

American

[ing-glish-woom-uhn, -lish-] / ˈɪŋ glɪʃˌwʊm ən, -lɪʃ- /

noun

PLURAL

Englishwomen

a woman who is a native or citizen of England.

Englishwoman British

/ ˈɪŋɡlɪʃˌwʊmən /

noun

a female native or inhabitant of England

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Etymology

Origin of Englishwoman

First recorded in 1520–30; English + woman

Example Sentences

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The Englishwoman has often had a greater security detail with her at tournaments since the upsetting incident in Dubai, and says she now feels "comfortable and safe" on tour.

From BBC

Fellow Englishwoman Lottie Woad finished with a three-over 75 to pick up the prize as the best amateur on five over.

From BBC

Mayer dethroned Ryan on points in September, a result which was marred by the Englishwoman being hit by a can of red paint before leaving for the venue in New York.

From BBC

It is the first time the Englishwoman has been picked out as a lucky loser.

From BBC

The Englishwoman is undefeated in 12 professional fights and has expressed a desire to be "undisputed champion by the end of the year".

From BBC

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