Meaning of the word maiden in English

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

maiden

US /ˈmeɪ.dən/
UK /ˈmeɪ.dən/
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Noun

an unmarried girl or young woman

Example:
The knight rescued the fair maiden from the dragon.
She was a shy young maiden, new to the city.

Adjective

being the first of its kind; earliest or original

Example:
The ship made its maiden voyage across the Atlantic.
She delivered her maiden speech to a large audience.