Meaning of the word "fair maiden" in English

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

fair maiden

US /ˈfɛr ˈmeɪdən/
UK /ˈfɛə ˈmeɪdən/

Phrase

a beautiful young woman, especially one in a medieval romance or fairy tale, often in distress and needing rescue

Example:
The knight rode off to rescue the fair maiden from the dragon.
In many fairy tales, the prince always saves the fair maiden.