noun
- the wife or widow of a czar; a Russian empress or queen.
Usage: also spelled tsaritza or tsarina; historical; refers to imperial Russia
Examples
- The czaritza ruled Russia alongside her husband during the 18th century.
- Catherine the Great was one of the most famous czaritzas in Russian history.
- The czaritza wore elaborate jewels and commanded great respect at court.
- Many czaritzas played important roles in Russian politics and diplomacy.