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Definition of administratrix

administratrix

/ædˌmɪn.əˈstreɪ.trɪks/
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Adverb:administratively
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Plural:administratrices
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Adjective:administrative
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administratrix Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A woman appointed by a probate court to administer the estate of a person who has died without leaving a valid will.

Example

"The court officially named her as the administratrix of her late uncle's estate, granting her the authority to settle his outstanding debts."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In modern legal practice, gender-specific titles like 'administratrix' are increasingly archaic and are frequently replaced by the gender-neutral terms 'administrator' or 'personal representative'.

• Rhymes for administratrix

• Nearby Words

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admix
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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Latin 'administratrix', the feminine form of 'administrator', combining 'administrare' (to manage or direct) with the feminine agent suffix '-trix'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Administratrix. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/administratrix
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