1. A woman who has retired from a position but retains an honorary title.
Usage: Often used in academic and professional contexts.; Feminine form of emeritus.

1. Retired from active duty or service but retaining an honorary title (used of a woman).
Usage: Commonly used in academic titles.; Feminine form of emeritus.

Examples

• Dr. Martinez is a professor emerita at the university.
• She was named emerita after 40 years of service.
• The emerita faculty member still advises graduate students.
• Professor emerita Chen continues to publish research.
• The college honored her with the title of emerita upon retirement.