Late Middle English; earliest use found in Mirour of Mans Saluacioune. From post-classical Latin protectrixprotectrix: see -trice; subsequently reinforced by Middle French, French protectrice, feminine form corresponding to protecteur.
Definition of protectrice in US English:
protectrice
noun
rare
Protectress.
Origin
Late Middle English; earliest use found in Mirour of Mans Saluacioune. From post-classical Latin protectrix protectrix: see -trice; subsequently reinforced by Middle French, French protectrice, feminine form corresponding to protecteur.