n. [ L. fauutrix: cf. F. fautrice. ] A patroness. [ Obs. ] Chapman. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. [ Cf. F. actrice. ] 1. A female actor or doer. [ Obs. ] Cockeram. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. A female stageplayer; a woman who acts a part. [ 1913 Webster ]