What is another word for uxor?

Pronunciation: [ˈʌksə] (IPA)

"Uxor" refers to a woman who is married, and it is an archaic term that is no longer in common usage. However, there are several synonyms that can be used instead of "uxor". These include "wife", "spouse", "better half", "life partner", "mate", "partner", "significant other" and "companion". Each of these terms can be used to refer to a woman who is married or in a committed relationship with a man. However, the specific connotations and nuances of each word may vary depending on the context, culture and personal attitudes towards the institution of marriage and relationships.

Synonyms for Uxor:

  • n.

    uxor
  • Other relevant words:

    • married woman
    • ,
    • wife
    • .

What are the hypernyms for Uxor?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Uxor

4662, Qutia Silvana uxor virum expecto meum.
"Roman Society from Nero to Marcus Aurelius"
Samuel Dill
She was absurd, if you will, but she was utterly in love with her husband, as Mrs. Turner said, and thought far more of him than the rest of mankind put together, which is more than some of you can say, though I'm bound to admit that she had better reason than most of you, placens uxor mea frankly included.
"Marion's Faith."
Charles King
This appears clearly in such an entry as "Bishop the crossbowman," or "Johannes Monacus et uxor ejus Emma," living in Kent in the twelfth century.
"The Romance of Names"
Ernest Weekley

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