adventuress

== English == === Alternative forms === adventureress (sometimes proscribed) === Etymology === From adventure (verb) +‎ -ess, after adventurer. Compare earlier governess, sorceress, etc. === Pronunciation === (UK) IPA(key): /ədˈvɛntʃəɹɪs/ === Noun === adventuress (plural adventuresses) A female adventurer; a woman who seeks adventure. A woman of doubtful reputation or suspected character who pursues personal advancement, especially by sexual means; a demirep. A female varietist. ==== Translations ==== === References ===