Headmistress (noun)

A female head or principal of a school or educational institution.

Origin:

The term 'headmistress' originated in the 19th century and was used to refer to the female head of a school or educational institution. it has since been replaced by gender-neutral terms such as 'head of school' or 'principal'.

Examples:

1. The headmistress was known for her strict but fair discipline policies.
2. The students respected the headmistress for her dedication to their education.
3. The headmistress was proud of the school's high academic standards.
4. She was appointed as the headmistress of the prestigious girls' school.
5. The headmistress often met with parents to discuss their children's progress.