Synonyms of distaff

Noun

1. distaff, sphere, domain, area, orbit, field, arena

usage: the sphere of work by women

2. distaff, staff

usage: the staff on which wool or flax is wound before spinning

Adjective

1. female, distaff, feminine (vs. masculine)

usage: characteristic of or peculiar to a woman; "female sensitiveness"; "female suffrage"

Definition and meaning of distaff (Dictionary)