matronize

[mey-truh-nahyz]

verb (used with object), ma·tron·ized, ma·tron·iz·ing.

to cause to become matronly; cause to act as, or fulfill the role of, matron.
to serve as a matron to; chaperon.

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verb (used without object), ma·tron·ized, ma·tron·iz·ing.

to become a matron.

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Also especially British, ma·tron·ise.

Origin of matronize

First recorded in 1745–55; matron + -ize

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Historical Examples

"I'm sure Aunt Marion ought to be here to matronize you," said Jack.
Old Friends and New
Sarah Orne Jewett
I dote upon chaperones; and by coming with this family, I had Mrs. Twamberley to matronize me.
Pencil Sketches
Eliza Leslie