/ˈrɛktərɛs/ (REK-tuh-res)

Definitions

1. noun

A female head of a house of a religious order, especially an abbess or prioress.

“The rectoress of the convent welcomed the visitors warmly.”

2. noun

A woman who is in charge of a house or estate.

“The rectoress of the estate managed its day-to-day affairs.”