Definitions

1. noun

a woman who gives birth, especially a young or unmarried woman giving birth for the first time

“The young mother was overwhelmed by the responsibilities of being an ess.”

2. noun

a female servant or subordinate, especially one who is in charge of a household

“The ess managed the household while the master was away.”

3. noun

a female inferior or subordinate

“The ess of the kingdom was a young, inexperienced princess.”

4. verb

to give birth, especially to a child for the first time

“She was going to ess soon and was excited but also nervous.”

5. verb

to produce or create something, especially in a small or limited way

“The young artist was trying to ess a new painting.”

6. verb

to be or become pregnant

“She was essing a child and couldn’t wait to meet her little one.”