Housemaid

usgb/ˈhaʊsmeɪd/
noun

A woman who is paid to help with cleaning and other chores in a house.

Back when my grandmother was young, it was common for families to have a housemaid.
Visual representation of "housemaid" - A woman who is paid to help with cleaning and other chores in a house.

Often appears as...

  • hire a housemaid
  • housemaid’s duties
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Gender Specific

Historically, the term 'housemaid' referred to a female employee, although today it can be gender-neutral.

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She worked as a housemaid in a Victorian household.
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Cultural Shift

Having a housemaid is now less common and can imply wealth or a traditional household in some cultures.

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The wealthy family hired a housemaid to manage their large estate.
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Job Role

The role can vary: from specific tasks like cleaning to a wide range of domestic duties.

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The housemaid was responsible for laundry, dishes, and vacuuming the floors.
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