: It can denote a woman who owns an animal (e.g., la maîtresse d'un chien ) or a female head of a household ( maîtresse de maison ). Usage as an Adjective
: In France, it is the standard term used by elementary and kindergarten students to address their female teacher. MaГ®tresse
: It refers to a woman in a romantic relationship with a man who is often already committed or married. : It can denote a woman who owns an animal (e