Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

clothes-maiden

noun

/kloʊðzˈmeɪdən/

Definition

A clothes-maiden is a person, usually a woman, whose job is to monitor and manage the work of washing, drying, and folding clothes, often in a domestic or laundry setting.

Examples

The clothes-maiden carefully sorted the garments before washing them.
In the past, the role of the clothes-maiden was common in many households.
As a clothes-maiden, she became skilled in removing tough stains from fabrics.

Meaning

In historical contexts, a clothes-maiden refers to a woman whose duties involve taking care of the laundry. This term may also imply someone who has expertise in handling fabrics and garments.