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Bridesmaid - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A bridesmaid is a woman who attends and supports the bride during a wedding ceremony. She often helps with preparations and participates in traditional rituals like standing beside the bride.

bridesmaid

/ˈbraɪdzmeɪd/ /ˈbraɪdzmeɪd/

Definition:

A woman who attends the bride at a wedding.

Synonyms:

attendant, maid of honor, bridal attendant

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

groom, best man

Common Collocations:

bridesmaid dress, bridesmaid bouquet, chief bridesmaid

Derivatives:

bridesmaids, bridesmaiding

Usage Tips:

Use "bridesmaid" to refer to a female wedding attendant supporting the bride.

Common Phrases:

always a bridesmaid never a bride, chief bridesmaid, bridesmaid party

Etymology:

From "bride" + "maid," dating to the 16th century.

Examples:

  • 1. The bride chose her sister as her bridesmaid.
  • 2. The bridesmaid wore a beautiful pink dress.
  • 3. She was honored to be a bridesmaid at her best friend’s wedding.
  • 4. The bridesmaids walked down the aisle before the bride.

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