chatelaine

• Sustantivo con dos significados distintos: puede designar a la señora o dueña de una gran casa de campo o castillo, así como una cadena decorativa que las mujeres llevaban en el cinturón y que históricamente servía para portar objetos como un monedero o llaves.

A noun with two distinct meanings: it can refer to the mistress of a large country house or chateau, or to a decorative chain worn at a woman's waist, historically used to carry items such as a purse or keys.

1. Mistress of a large houseC2formalbritish

   The female owner or manager of a large country house or castle.

   Señora de la casa

   • The chatelaine of the manor welcomed the guests.
   • As chatelaine, she oversaw all the household staff.
   • The chatelaine organized the grand ball in the castle.

   Sinónimoslady of the house

2. Decorative waist chainC2formalbritish

   A decorative chain worn at a woman's waist, historically used to hold keys, a purse, or other small items.

   chatelaine (cadena de cintura decorativa)

   • She wore an ornate chatelaine with her evening gown.
   • The chatelaine held her keys and a small sewing kit.
   • Antique chatelaines are now collector's items.