clarificatrices

Clarificatrices is the plural form of clarificatrix, a rarely used term that denotes a person who renders something clear or clarifies a matter in communication. The agent noun is formed from Latin clarificare “to make clear” with the feminine suffix -atrix; in some theories of language and discourse, it is used to describe individuals or processes that reduce ambiguity for an audience.

In contemporary usage, clarificatrices appear mainly in rhetorical, pedagogical, or linguistic discussions rather than as an established job title. The term can refer to educators who provide explanations, editors who clarify text, translators or interpreters who disambiguate terms, glossaries, or media-literacy facilitators who help audiences interpret complex information. The concept is often employed metaphorically to highlight roles that prioritize clarity over speed or novelty.

Because the term is rare, it is most commonly encountered in theoretical writing, glossaries of rhetorical terms, or playful coinages rather than formal professional catalogs. In practical writing, more common alternatives include clarifier, explainer, or mediator.

Example: in a classroom workshop, the clarificatrices would work to unpack technical terms for participants who were unfamiliar with the jargon. See also: clarifier; disambiguation; explainer.