Maidservant

usgb/ˈmeɪdsɜːrvənt/
noun

A female servant.

The maidservant was asked to clean the house.
Visual representation of "maidservant" - A female servant

Often appears as...

  • hired maidservant
  • diligent maidservant
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Historical Context

Understand 'maidservant' invokes a historical or traditional setting, as the term is rarely used in modern language.

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In the Victorian era, a maidservant would typically assist with household chores.
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Cultural Depiction

'Maidservant' may suggest an old-fashioned employer-employee relationship, reflective of past social hierarchies.

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The wealthy lady had a maidservant who attended to her personal needs.
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Literary Usage

The word often appears in classic literature to describe domestic workers in affluent households.

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The maidservant fetched water from the well every morning.
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