Meaning of the word maid in English

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maid

US /meɪd/

UK /meɪd/

a female domestic servant

Example:

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The maid cleaned the entire house before the guests arrived.

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She works as a hotel maid.

Synonym:

housemaid domestic servant cleaner chambermaid

an unmarried girl or young woman

Example:

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In ancient times, a young maid would often be betrothed at an early age.

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She was a fair maid with long, golden hair.

Synonym:

maiden girl damsel virgin

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maid of honor