lass

/læs/
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lass

A young lass picks wildflowers in a sunny meadow.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A girl or young woman, especially one who is unmarried: The word "lass" refers specifically to a female child, adolescent, or young adult. It often carries connotations of youth, informality, and sometimes regional dialect, particularly in Northern England and Scotland.
Usage
  • "Lass" is a countable noun. It is used informally and affectionately. While historically common, it is now considered somewhat old-fashioned or dialectal in many contexts but remains in use, especially in certain regions and literary works.
  • It is typically used to refer to a girl or young woman in a familiar, friendly, or rustic way.
Examples
  • Noun:
    • He fell in love with a bonny lass from the village.
    • The young lass helped her mother with the chores.
    • She was a brave lass, unafraid of a challenge.
Advanced Usage
  • "Lassie": A common diminutive or affectionate variant of "lass," used even more informally and endearingly.
    • Come here, lassie, and tell me what's wrong.
  • Regional/Cultural Context: The term is strongly associated with Scottish and Northern English dialects. Its use outside these areas can sound literary or deliberately evoke a certain tone.
Variants and Related Words
  • Lassie (n): An affectionate or diminutive form of "lass."
  • Lad (n): The male counterpart, meaning a boy or young man.
Synonyms
  • Girl: A female child or young woman (more common and neutral).
  • Young woman: A more formal term for a female in late adolescence or early adulthood.
  • Maiden: An archaic or literary term for a young unmarried woman.
Antonyms
  • Lad: A boy or young man.
  • Matron: A married woman, especially one who is mature and dignified.
Idioms and Phrases
  • "Lads and lasses": A phrase used to collectively address or refer to a group of young men and women.
    • The festival was full of music for the lads and lasses.
  • "A bit of a lass": An informal phrase describing a girl or young woman with a lively, spirited character.
    • She's a bit of a lass, always getting into adventures.
lass

A young lass picks wildflowers in a sunny meadow.

Noun
  1. a girl or young woman who is unmarried

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