Matriot
Origin
A feminine form of patriot. First use appears c. 1739. See cite below.
Full definition of matriot
Noun
matriot
(plural matriots)- (uncommon) A patriot who is female or who embraces feminine values.
- 1739, Benjamin Robins, An Address to the Electors, and Other Free Subjects of Great Britain, Occasion'd by the Late Secession. In which is Contain'd a Particular Account of All Our Negociations with Spain, and Their Treatment of Us, for Above Ten Years Past, Nor mu?t it be forgot that the Scheme of a worthy matriot, and ?trongly ?upported, though in vain, by mo?t of the Gentlemen, who lately ?eceded, for reducing Intere?t to 3 per Cent.
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- (uncommon) A female who loves or celebrates the influence of women upon society.
- (uncommon) One who advocates for maternal or nurturing causes such as human rights, universal healthcare, the eradication of poverty, etc.
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