1. Plural of ambassadress; women who are official representatives of their country to a foreign country.
Usage: The term 'ambassadress' is less commonly used in modern English; 'ambassador' is now the standard gender-neutral term for both men and women in this role.
2. Plural of ambassadress; wives of ambassadors.
Usage: Dated usage; historically referred to the wives of male ambassadors.

Examples

• The ambassadresses from several nations attended the international conference.
• Several ambassadresses were appointed to represent their countries in diplomatic negotiations.
• The ambassadresses met to discuss trade agreements between their governments.
• In the 20th century, ambassadresses were often the wives of male diplomats.
• Modern usage favors 'ambassador' for all diplomatic representatives, regardless of gender.