Etymology

mistressly

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Today it means: Pertaining to the mistress of a home or household. Full definition →

First used 18th c.
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The story

From mistress + -ly.

First known use, by meaning

  • 18th c. Pertaining to the mistress of a home or household.
  • from 18th c. Characteristic of a woman who is very proficient in some skill or activity; masterful.

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