Handmaid
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhændˌmeɪd/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Handmaid is a noun meaning (now historical) A maid that waits at hand; a female servant or attendant.
Meaning
(now historical) A maid that waits at hand; a female servant or attendant.
More Meanings
- A moth of the species Dysauxes ancilla.
Example Sentences
And on my servants and on my handmaidens I will pour out in those days of my Spirit; and they shall prophesy:
Word Forms
- handmaids
- handmaiden
- handmayd
Synonyms for handmaid
Depending on context, synonyms include servant, handmaiden.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include handmaiden, servant, handmaidenhood, woman, housemaiden, maiden.
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