Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

mamselle

noun
/ˌmæmˈsɛl/
Definition
A term used as a form of address for a young woman or girl, especially in a polite or affectionate manner. The word is derived from the French title ‘mademoiselle.’
Examples
  • As she entered the room, she was greeted with a warm, ‘Welcome, mamselle!’
  • The charming village fair featured a contest for the most talented young mamselle.
  • In the old tales, the brave knights always rescued the lovely mamselle in distress.
Meaning
Mamselle is a diminutive form of address for a lady, often employed in old-fashioned or romantic contexts.
Synonyms
  • young lady
  • miss
  • mademoiselle