Meaning of the word dowager in English

What does dowager mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

dowager

US /ˈdaʊə.dʒɚ/
UK /ˈdaʊə.dʒər/

Noun

a widow holding property or a title from her deceased husband

Example:
The dowager queen still held considerable influence in the court.
She was known as the dowager duchess of the estate.