What is another word for Protectress?

Pronunciation: [pɹətˈɛktɹəs] (IPA)

Protectress is a term that refers to a female guardian or defender who provides protection to someone or something. Some synonyms for protectress include defender, guardian, protector, caretaker, and custodian. These words denote someone who safeguards, defends, or shields another from harm or danger. Other related terms include champion, patron, advocate, supporter, and warrior. These words convey the idea of someone who fights for a particular cause or protects someone from injustice or unfair treatment. Regardless of the word used, all these terms relate to the essential concept of protection and care that someone offers to another person or thing.

Usage examples for Protectress

Jamie's gaze was less sympathetic; he looked puzzled, and kept very close to his Protectress.
"A Vanished Hand"
Sarah Doudney
My kind Protectress did not forget me.
"Won from the Waves"
W.H.G. Kingston
I remember once, if not twice, seeing the mate while I was playing in front of the house; but my Protectress, fancying that he wanted to take me from her, ran out and carried me inside.
"Won from the Waves"
W.H.G. Kingston

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