Maidenhood
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈmeɪd(ə)nhʊd/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Maidenhood is a noun meaning (uncountable) The condition of being a maiden; the time when one is a maiden or young girl.
Meaning
(uncountable) The condition of being a maiden; the time when one is a maiden or young girl.
More Meanings
- (countable, metonymic) A woman's virginity or maidenhead.
- (by extension) Freshness; newness.
Example Sentences
Thenne she said my lord sir launcelot I biseche yow see me as soone as ye may / for I haue obeyed me vnto the prophecy that my fader teld me / And by his commaūdement to fulfille this prophecy I haue gyuen the grettest rychesse and the fayrest floure that euer I had / and that is my maydenhode that I shalle neuer haue ageyne / and therfore gentyl knyȝt owe me youre good wille
Word Forms
- maidenhoods
Synonyms for maidenhood
Depending on context, synonyms include maidhood, girlhood.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include maidhood, girlhood, maidenship, maiden, virginhood, handmaidenhood.
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