Damsel (noun)

A young unmarried woman, especially one of noble birth.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french dameisele, from damoiselle, feminine of damoiseau "young nobleman", from damoise "noble", from latin dominicus.

Examples:

1. The damsel was waiting for her prince to come and rescue her.
2. The damsel was in distress and needed a knight to save her.
3. The damsel was a beautiful and graceful creature.
4. The damsel was the object of many suitors' affections.
5. The damsel lived in a castle, surrounded by servants and luxury.