dominatrix
noun/ˌdɒmɪˈneɪtrɪks/
Frequency rank: #18,011 most common English word
Meaning
A woman who takes a dominant role in certain adult or theatrical contexts, often associated with commanding control over others.
Example sentence
The costume designer researched the classic look of dominatrix for an upcoming theatrical production.
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