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Maid: meaning, definitions and examples

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maid

 

[ meɪd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

household

A maid is a female domestic servant who is employed to take care of the housekeeping duties in a household. Maids typically clean, cook, and perform other household tasks.

Synonyms

cleaning lady, domestic worker, housekeeper

Examples of usage

  • The maid cleaned the entire house before the guests arrived.
  • She hired a maid to help with the housework.
Context #2 | Noun

hotel

In a hotel setting, a maid is a person responsible for cleaning and maintaining guest rooms. Maids in hotels ensure that rooms are tidy, clean, and well-stocked with amenities.

Synonyms

chambermaid, housekeeper, room attendant

Examples of usage

  • The maid left fresh towels in the hotel room.
  • She tipped the maid for her excellent service.

Translations

Translations of the word "maid" in other languages:

🇵🇹 empregada doméstica

🇮🇳 नौकरानी

🇩🇪 Dienstmädchen

🇮🇩 pembantu rumah tangga

🇺🇦 покоївка

🇵🇱 pokojówka

🇯🇵 メイド

🇫🇷 bonne

🇪🇸 sirvienta

🇹🇷 hizmetçi

🇰🇷 가정부

🇸🇦 خادمة

🇨🇿 služka

🇸🇰 slúžka

🇨🇳 女仆

🇸🇮 služkinja

🇮🇸 þerna

🇰🇿 күң

🇬🇪 მოსამსახურე

🇦🇿 xidmətçi

🇲🇽 sirvienta

Etymology

The word 'maid' has its origins in the Middle English word 'mayde', which comes from the Old English 'mægden'. The term originally referred to a young unmarried woman. Over time, the meaning of 'maid' evolved to include a female servant or domestic worker. The role of a maid has been prevalent in households for centuries, with maids playing a crucial role in maintaining cleanliness and order in homes.

See also: maiden, mermaid.

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,667 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.