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Definition of exterminatrix

exterminatrix

/ɛkˌstɜːr.mɪˈneɪ.trɪks/
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Plural:exterminatrices
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exterminatrix Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A female who completely destroys or annihilates something, often appearing as a stylized or fearsome archetype in literature, science fiction, or comics.

Example

"In the graphic novel, the villainess proudly titles herself as a galactic exterminatrix, vowing to eradicate any civilization that opposes her."

2

A woman employed to destroy troublesome pests, such as rodents or insects (a female exterminator).

Example

"Though the formal job title is simply pest control technician, the local newspaper jokingly referred to her as the town's premier exterminatrix after she saved the historic library from termites."

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Word Nuance & Usage

This distinctly feminine form of 'exterminator' is highly irregular in modern professional contexts, appearing instead mostly in stylized, fantasy, sci-fi, or comedic media as an archetype of a female destroyer.

• Rhymes for exterminatrix

• Nearby Words

exterminate
extermination
exterminator
exterminatrix
external
externalize
externally

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Latin verb 'exterminare' (to drive beyond the boundaries, destroy) combined with the Latin feminine agent suffix '-rix'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Exterminatrix. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/exterminatrix
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