Definitions for matronize
matronize
ma·tron·ize
Spelling: [mey-truh-nahyz]
IPA: /ˈmeɪ trəˌnaɪz/
Matronize is a 9 letter English word.
You can make 609 anagrams from letters in matronize (aeimnortz).
Definitions for matronize
verb (used with object)
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to cause to become matronly; cause to act as, or fulfill the role of, matron.
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to serve as a matron to; chaperon.
verb (used without object)
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to become a matron.
Origin of matronize
First recorded in 1745-55; matron + -ize
Examples for matronize
"I'm sure Aunt Marion ought to be here to matronize you," said Jack.
I dote upon chaperones; and by coming with this family, I had Mrs. Twamberley to matronize me.