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Wardress

Definition:

A wardress refers to a female prison official responsible for supervising female inmates and maintaining order in a correctional facility.

Senses:

1. Noun - Prison Officer:

A wardress is a woman who serves as a prison official, responsible for ensuring the safety, security, and well-being of female prisoners.

Example: The wardress conducts regular inspections of the cells to prevent any contraband from entering the prison.

Usage:

1. Popular Usage:

In popular usage, a wardress may refer to any female guard or officer who maintains order in a detention center or prison.

Example: The wardress at the local jail was highly respected for her firm but fair approach in dealing with inmates.

2. Local Usage:

In certain regions, particularly in formal or legal contexts, the term wardress is still used to differentiate between male and female prison officials.

Example: The new correctional facility in town appointed a male warden and a female wardress for overseeing the operations.