What is femine for author?

Answer 1

The word authoress is actually a word, although it seems strange to even type it. It is dated if not archaic, and seems a little condescending or dismissive to the contemporary ear. A person who writes is an author; there is no need for a word that reflects gender distinction.

Answer 2

In English there are no masculine or feminine forms. English uses gender specific nouns for male or female.

The noun 'author' is a common gender noun, a word for a male or a female writer.

Answer 3

In English there are no masculine or feminine forms. English uses gender specific nouns for male or female.

The noun author is a common gender noun, a word for a male or a female writer.

The gender specific noun for a female writer is authoress.

Authoress is a word which dates back to the 15th century, but has fallen into disuse in favor of the common gender noun author. (Few people use the word authoress, although the meaning is clear.)

Answer 4

There is a word - authoress - for a lady writer, but it is considered disparaging. Use "author."

Answer 5

The plural form of the noun 'author' is authors.

Answer 6

The plural noun for author is authors. There may be a single author, or two or more authors.

Answer 7

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