1. the wife of a mayor
Usage: somewhat dated
2. a female mayor
Usage: less common than ‘mayor’

Examples

• The mayoress attended the charity gala with her husband.
• She served as mayoress of the town for two terms.
• The mayoress cut the ribbon at the new library opening.
• Local residents met with the mayoress to discuss traffic concerns.
• The mayoress hosted a reception for visiting dignitaries.
• As mayoress, she focused on improving public transportation.