Mid 18th century. From post-classical Latin redemptric-, redemptrix, feminine form corresponding to classical Latin redemptor, immediately after Italian redentrice. Compare French †redemptrice.
Definition of redemptrice in US English:
redemptrice
nounrɪˈdɛm(p)triːs
rare
A female redeemer; = redemptress.
Origin
Mid 18th century. From post-classical Latin redemptric-, redemptrix, feminine form corresponding to classical Latin redemptor, immediately after Italian redentrice. Compare French † redemptrice.