milkmaid
Translation
milkmaid
Examples
The milkmaid carried two pails of fresh milk.
The milkmaid carried two pails of fresh milk.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) milkmaid a woman who milks cows The milkmaid carried two pails of fresh milk.
Similar Words
Synonyms: dairymaid
Etymology
From 'milk' + 'maid' (a young unmarried woman or female servant). Literally a 'milk servant'.
Memory Tips
Picture a maid milking a cow. This is a historical term for a woman who milks cows and makes dairy products.