Ess Suffix in English - Meaning, words with Suffix ‘Ess’

Ess suffix meaning

The suffix "Ess" denotes the female counterpart.

Here are a few commonly used words which have suffix ess. The meanings of the words are also given for the convenience of students.

Actor + ess = actress. A woman whose profession is acting on stage, in films, or on television
Duch + ess = Duchess. A woman holding a rank equivalent to Duke in her own right
Waitor + ess = waitress. A woman whose job is to serve customers at their tables in a restaurant
Steward + ess = Stewardess. A woman employed to look after the passengers on a ship or aircraft
God + ess = Goddess.a female deity
Lion + ess = Lioness. A female lion
Prince + ess = Princess. The daughter of a monarch
Host + ess = Hostess. A woman who receives or entertains guests

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