Bridesmaid: meaning, definitions and examples
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bridesmaid
[ braɪdz.meɪd ]
wedding role
A bridesmaid is a woman who helps the bride on her wedding day. She often accompanies the bride during the ceremony, supports her throughout the day, and may participate in planning the wedding activities. Bridesmaids are typically chosen from among the bride's close friends or relatives.
Synonyms
attendant, bride's aide, maid of honor
Examples of usage
- She was thrilled to be asked to be the bride's bridesmaid.
- The bridesmaids wore matching dresses for the wedding.
- Each bridesmaid carried a bouquet of flowers that matched the wedding theme.
Translations
Translations of the word "bridesmaid" in other languages:
🇵🇹 dama de honra
🇮🇳 सहेली
🇩🇪 Brautjungfer
🇮🇩 pengiring pengantin
🇺🇦 подруга нареченої
🇵🇱 druhna
🇯🇵 花嫁介添え人
🇫🇷 demoiselle d'honneur
🇪🇸 dama de honor
🇹🇷 nedime
🇰🇷 신부 들러리
🇸🇦 شاهد العروس
🇨🇿 družička
🇸🇰 družička
🇨🇳 伴娘
🇸🇮 punca neveste
🇮🇸 brúðarvinkona
🇰🇿 қалыңдықтың құрбысы
🇬🇪 დედაქალაქის დამხმარე
🇦🇿 bəyin qız yoldaşı
🇲🇽 dama de honor
Etymology
The term 'bridesmaid' has its roots in Middle English, derived from the combination of 'bride' and 'maid.' The word 'bride' can be traced back to Old English 'bryd,' which means 'woman who is getting married,' while 'maid' originates from Old English 'mægden,' meaning 'young woman or maiden.' The role of the bridesmaid dates back to ancient Roman weddings, where young women would accompany the bride to confuse evil spirits and protect her on her marriage day. Over the centuries, the role has evolved, but the primary idea remains tied to support and companionship for the bride during the marriage ceremony. In contemporary weddings, bridesmaids also play significant roles in planning the event and participating in pre-wedding celebrations, such as the bridal shower or bachelorette party.