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handmaiden Definition and Meaning in English (handmaiden definition)

noun
Synonyms:maidservantattendant
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Handmaiden definition: A female servant or attendant, especially one who serves a lady of higher rank or is in a position of subservience.

Definitions of Handmaiden

  1. 1noun(formal)

    A female servant or attendant, especially one who serves a lady of higher rank or is in a position of subservience.

Example Sentences

formal

“In ancient times, a handmaiden often assisted her lady with daily tasks.”

formal

“The young handmaiden carried the princess's train.”

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nounhandmaid
nounservant

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Handmaiden definition: A female servant or attendant, especially one who serves a lady of higher rank or is in a position of subservience.
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'Handmaiden' translates to 'handmaiden' in English. Handmaiden definition: A female servant or attendant, especially one who serves a lady of higher rank or is in a position of subservience.
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