1. Plural of chansonniere; women who sing songs, especially popular or folk songs, or who compose and perform chansons (French songs).
Usage: French origin; Often refers to female cabaret singers or chanson performers; Primarily used in historical or cultural contexts

Examples

• The chansonnieres of 1920s Paris were celebrated for their emotional interpretations of love songs.
• Several famous chansonnieres performed at the cabaret that evening.
• The documentary featured interviews with legendary French chansonnieres from the mid-20th century.
• These chansonnieres brought new life to traditional French folk melodies.
• The theater hired a group of talented chansonnieres for the musical revue.