farmerette

[ fahr-muh-ret ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

, Older Use.

An Americanism dating back to 1915–20; farmer + -ette

Why, one of the Pioneer directors, answered the 99 farmerette smilingly, pleased at the young presidents surprise.

From here they all trooped down to pay a visit to the farmerette, whereupon Janet set them all to weeding.

"Watah is a real farmerette," agreed Jane, coming to a standstill against the oaken post.

April 25, 2024firkin

[fur-kin ]

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