Frontierswoman

Pronunciation: /frʌntɪərz.wʊmən/

Definitions of frontierswoman

noun a woman living on or beyond the frontier of a settled area, especially in the American West

Example Sentences

A1 The frontierswoman traveled across the country in a covered wagon.

A2 The frontierswoman bravely defended her homestead from wild animals.

B1 The frontierswoman learned how to hunt and gather to survive in the wilderness.

B2 The frontierswoman was known for her skills in tracking and trapping game.

C1 The frontierswoman played a crucial role in the expansion of the western territories.

C2 The frontierswoman's memoirs provided valuable insights into life on the frontier.

Examples of frontierswoman in a Sentence

formal The frontierswoman bravely led her family through uncharted territory.

informal My great-great-grandma was a tough frontierswoman who could handle anything.

slang That frontierswoman was one tough cookie, blazing trails and taking names.

figurative She was a frontierswoman in the world of science, always pushing the boundaries of knowledge.

Grammatical Forms of frontierswoman

• past tense: frontierswomaned
• plural: frontierswomen
• comparative: more frontierswoman
• superlative: most frontierswoman
• present tense: frontierswoman
• future tense: will frontierswoman
• perfect tense: have frontierswomaned
• continuous tense: am frontierswomanning
• singular: frontierswoman
• positive degree: frontierswoman
• infinitive: to frontierswoman
• gerund: frontierswomanning
• participle: frontierswomaned

Origin and Evolution of frontierswoman

First Known Use: 1800 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'frontierswoman' originated from the combination of 'frontier' and 'woman' to refer to a woman living on or near the frontier.

Evolution of the word: Initially used to describe women living on the edges of civilization, the term 'frontierswoman' evolved to also encompass women who were pioneers in various fields or who displayed courage and independence.