Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

lassie

noun
/ˈlæsi/
Definition
A young girl or young woman.
Examples
  • The lassie ran joyfully through the fields.
  • Everyone adored the kind lassie who helped at the community center.
Meaning
The term ‘lassie’ is often used in a friendly or affectionate way to refer to a girl or a young woman, especially in Scottish or Northern English contexts.
Synonyms
  • girl
  • young lady
  • miss