Parlourmaid
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Parlourmaid is a noun meaning (British) A maid whose primary tasks involve direct interaction with her employers and their guests, such as serving food and answering the door.
Meaning
(British) A maid whose primary tasks involve direct interaction with her employers and their guests, such as serving food and answering the door.
Example Sentences
Then catching sight of Dorcas, the parlourmaid, going into the dining-room, she called to her to bring some stamps into the boudoir.
Word Forms
- parlourmaids
- parlormaid
Synonyms for parlourmaid
Depending on context, synonyms include parlormaid.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include parlormaid, chamberer, chamberwoman, househelp, laundrymaid, homekeeper.
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