lass
3 synonyms for lass, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — (chiefly Scottish and Northern English) A girl or young woman.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use lass
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a bonnie lass
lads and lasses
Regional/informal; rarely used in American English.
Etymology
From Middle English lasse, meaning a young girl or woman, likely related to an Old Norse word for "unmarried".
Full origin of lass →Frequently asked questions
What does “lass” mean?
The word “lass” means (chiefly Scottish and Northern English) A girl or young woman. In plain terms, an affectionate, mostly Scottish/Northern English word for a girl or young woman — the counterpart of "lad".
How do you pronounce “lass”?
“Lass” is pronounced las (/læs/ in IPA).
How do you use “lass” in a sentence?
Here is “lass” used in a sentence: “The old farmer still called his granddaughter "the lass".”
What part of speech is “lass”?
“Lass” is a noun.
Where does the word “lass” come from?
The word “lass” comes from Middle English. From Middle English lasse, meaning a young girl or woman, likely related to an Old Norse word for "unmarried".
How many meanings does “lass” have?
“Lass” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: (chiefly Scottish and Northern English) A girl or young woman.
