maid of honour
The term 'maid of honour' can refer to a key figure in weddings or a historical role in royal households.
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Definition
B2Wedding
(common)The main female attendant of a bride, often a close friend or relative, who assists with wedding preparations and ceremonies.
Example
- The maid of honour helped the bride get dressed and organized the bridesmaids.
- As the maid of honour, she gave a heartfelt speech at the reception.
C1Royalty
(historical, formal)An unmarried noblewoman serving as an attendant to a queen or princess, performing various duties in the royal household.
Example
- In the 16th century, a maid of honour was often chosen from noble families to serve the queen.
- She was appointed as a maid of honour and spent her days attending to the princess.
Similar
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