matron

C1 · Advanced Countable noun Formal

n. a mature or older woman who has a high social position and behaves in a serious way.

n. a mature woman, often married or widowed, who possesses a dignified or imposing social presence.

“The local matrons gathered at the town hall to discuss the charity event.”

“She had transformed from a rebellious youth into a respectable matron, active in the city's most prestigious social circles.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun British English

n. a woman who manages the domestic life of a school or other large building.

n. a woman employed to manage the domestic arrangements or supervise the residents of an institution, such as a boarding school.

“The school matron made sure all the students had clean uniforms for the ceremony.”

“As the boarding school matron, she was responsible for everything from the laundry services to the emotional well-being of the younger pupils.”

C1 · Advanced Countable noun Law American English · Formal

n. a female officer who works in a prison for women.

n. a female prison guard or official in charge of female inmates.

“The prison matron escorted the visitor to the meeting room.”

“The facility employed several matrons to oversee the women's wing and manage daily security checks.”