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Definition of editrix

editrix

/ˈɛdɪtrɪks/
ed · i · trix
Plural:editrices
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editrix Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A female editor, particularly one who wields significant influence or control over a publication.

Example

"The renowned fashion editrix was known for her uncompromising aesthetic and her ability to launch a designer's career with a single editorial."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While 'editor' is the standard gender-neutral term, 'editrix' is occasionally used in modern contexts to playfully or deliberately emphasize a female editor's authority, particularly in fashion and lifestyle journalism.

• Nearby Words

editorialize
editorially
editorship
editrix
edmonton
edmontosaurus
educable

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the mid-to-late 19th century from the English 'editor' combined with the Latin feminine agent suffix '-trix'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Editrix. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 6, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/editrix
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