Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
maidservant
noun
/ˈmeɪdˌsɜːrvənt/
Definition
A female servant, especially one employed in domestic service or household duties.
Examples
- In the Victorian era, many families employed a maidservant to help maintain their homes.
- The maidservant prepared the evening meal before the family returned from their day out.
- She worked as a maidservant, ensuring that the house was always clean and welcoming.
Meaning
Maidservants are women who perform various tasks within a household, often taking on roles such as cleaning, cooking, and childcare.
Synonyms
- servant
- housemaid
- domestic worker
- chambermaid
- helper
