millionairess
AmericanGender
See -ess.
Etymology
Origin of millionairess
First recorded in 1880–85; millionaire + -ess
Example Sentences
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Meghan is a millionairess from humble beginnings, we’re frequently reminded.
From Salon • Mar. 5, 2025
Romance strikes when a vacationing millionairess and her daughter spend their vacation at a posh New England resort.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 29, 2019
“This was a society woman, a millionairess, and it’s striking who’s portrayed,” says Goldfarb.
From National Geographic • Aug. 8, 2016
But he once lived for three years with the millionairess Olga Deterding, who made him the beneficiary of her will.
From BBC • Jul. 12, 2013
Remember, Margaret, you are—or will be—a millionairess, while he has not more than a comfortable income; and boys—even when they are in love—can be proud.
From That Girl Montana by Ryan, Marah Ellis
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