What Does Sea-Maid Mean?

: mermaid also : a goddess or nymph of the sea.

What is maids called in English?

A maid, or housemaid or maidservant, is a female domestic worker. ... "Maid" in Middle English meant an unmarried woman, especially a young one, or specifically a virgin.

What is an example of a maid?

The definition of a maid is a female who is hired to do domestic tasks like cleaning house and cooking, or a young unmarried female. A live-in housekeeper who cooks and cleans for you is an example of a maid. A young unmarried girl is an example of a maid. A female servant or cleaner (short for maidservant).