parlormaid en · NOUN
Etymology
From parlor + maid.
Meanings
- (US) A maid whose primary tasks involve direct interaction with her employers and their guests, such as serving food and answering the door.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| parlourmaid | alternative | lexicographic | |
| parlor maid | alternative | lexicographic | |
| parlormaids | Number=Plur | lexicographic |