Meaning of bridesmaid in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈbraɪdzˌmeɪd/

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  1. Noun

    bridesmaid

    Etymology

    late 18th century: alteration of earlier bridemaid

    Definitions

    1. an unmarried woman who attends the bride at a wedding

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