damsel

Meanings

• noun

  A young woman, especially one who is in distress or needs protection.

  - "The damsel in distress was saved by the knight."
  - "The damsel's cries for help were heard by the passerby."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with damsel
tassel , brassieres , mussel

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Variants

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damosel , damosels , damozel , damozels , damsel , damsels

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Etymology

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Old French 'damsel' meaning 'young girl' or 'maiden'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'damsel' is derived from the Old French word 'damselle', which means 'young girl' or 'maiden'.

2. The damsel in distress is a common trope in literature and folklore, dating back to ancient mythology and fairy tales.

3. The damsel in distress is often portrayed as a helpless young woman, but in some modern interpretations, she is a strong and capable character who can rescue herself.

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Related Concepts

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1. maiden: A young woman who has not been married.

2. damsel in distress: A young woman who is in a perilous situation and needs to be rescued.

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Culture

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In literature and folklore, the damsel in distress is a common trope, often found in fairy tales and mythology.

How to Memorize "damsel"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a young woman in a flowing dress, looking distressed and in need of help.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'damsel' with the image of a young woman in a fairy tale, needing rescue.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Damsel in Distress: A Maiden's Stress' to remember the definition.

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