Maidservant
(noun)
- A female domestic worker who is employed to do household chores such as cleaning and cooking.
- A female servant in a household.
Origin:
Derived from the old english word 'maegden' meaning 'maid' and 'sceap' meaning 'condition'.
Examples:
- The maidservant was busy cleaning the kitchen when the master of the house arrived.
- The maidservant had been working in the household for many years and was well-liked by all.
- The maidservant was responsible for keeping the house tidy and ensuring that the family was well-fed.
- The maidservant was a trusted member of the household and was given many responsibilities.
- The maidservant was trained to perform her duties in a professional and efficient manner.