Meaning of the word bridesmaid in English

What does bridesmaid mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

bridesmaid

US /ˈbraɪdz.meɪd/
UK /ˈbraɪdz.meɪd/
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Noun

a girl or woman who accompanies a bride on her wedding day

Example:
My sister was my chief bridesmaid.
She asked her best friend to be her bridesmaid.