Definition

Noun: A woman who works in a dairy. Her work typically involves milking cows, processing milk, and making dairy products like butter and cheese.

Usage

The word "dairymaid" is a historical or traditional term for a female dairy worker. It is less common in modern contexts, where terms like "dairy worker" or "farmhand" are more frequently used. It specifically denotes a woman's role in this occupation.

Examples

• In the 18th century, a dairymaid was responsible for churning butter every morning.
• The farmer hired a new dairymaid to help with the milking and cheese-making.
• The painting depicts a dairymaid carrying pails of fresh milk.

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used in historical, literary, or descriptive contexts to evoke a specific pastoral or traditional image.
• It is sometimes used in brand names or titles to suggest an artisanal, old-fashioned quality (e.g., "Dairymaid's Butter").

Variants and Related Words

• Dairywoman (noun): A synonym for dairymaid.
• Milkmaid (noun): A very close synonym, often used interchangeably, though it can more specifically refer to a woman who milks cows.
• Dairy (noun): The building or farm where a dairymaid works.
• Dairyman (noun): The male equivalent.

Synonyms

• Milkmaid
• Dairywoman
• Dairy worker

Antonyms

There is no direct antonym, but roles in different sectors (e.g., office worker, miner) are not related.

Idioms and Phrases

There are no common idioms or phrasal verbs specifically using the word "dairymaid."

Noun

1. a woman who works in a dairy