1. Plural of emerita; women who have retired from a position of honor or office, typically in academia, and retain an honorary title.
Usage: Latin plural form; Commonly used in academic and professional contexts; Often used in titles such as 'Professor Emerita' or 'Dean Emerita'

Examples

• The university honored its emeritae faculty members at the annual gala.
• Dr. Smith and Dr. Johnson, both emeritae professors, continue to mentor graduate students.
• The emeritae of the department have contributed decades of scholarship to the field.
• Several emeritae from the college served on the advisory board.
• The emeritae retain their office space and library privileges after retirement.