bridesmaid
1 synonym for bridesmaid, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A woman who assists and accompanies the bride during a wedding.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
maid of honor
How to use bridesmaid
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
chief bridesmaid
bridesmaid dress
always the bridesmaid
Etymology
A compound of bride and maid. The figurative "always second place" sense comes from the saying "always a bridesmaid, never a bride".
Full origin of bridesmaid →Frequently asked questions
What does “bridesmaid” mean?
The word “bridesmaid” means a woman who assists and accompanies the bride during a wedding. In plain terms, a woman who supports the bride at a wedding, or figuratively, someone who always finishes second.
How do you pronounce “bridesmaid”?
“Bridesmaid” is pronounced BRYDZ-mayd (/ˈbɹaɪdzˌmeɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “bridesmaid” in a sentence?
Here is “bridesmaid” used in a sentence: “Her three bridesmaids all wore matching pale blue dresses.”
What part of speech is “bridesmaid”?
“Bridesmaid” is a noun.
How many meanings does “bridesmaid” have?
“Bridesmaid” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a woman who assists and accompanies the bride during a wedding.
Related words
bridesmaiden
bridesmaids
bridesmatron
maid of honor
