adventuress
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ad·ven·tur·ess
(ăd-vĕn′chər-ĭs)n.
A woman who seeks social and financial advancement by unscrupulous means. See Usage Note at -ess.
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adventuress
(ədˈvɛntʃərɪs)n
1. a woman who seeks adventure, esp one who seeks success or money through daring exploits
2. a woman who seeks money or power by unscrupulous means
3. (Commerce) a speculator
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ad•ven•tur•ess
(ædˈvɛn tʃər ɪs)n.
a woman who schemes to win social position, wealth, etc., by questionable means.
[1745–55]
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| Noun | 1. |  adventuress - a woman adventurer adventurer, venturer - a person who enjoys taking risks |
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adventuress
n (pej) → Abenteurerin f
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