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bridesmaid

The correct spelling is bridesmaid.

How to pronounce bridesmaid

noun

IPA: /ˈbɹaɪdzˌmeɪd/

Say it like: Bri-des-may-d

The correct spelling is bridesmaid. A woman who attends a bride during her wedding ceremony, as part of the main wedding party. For example: "I'd love to be your bridesmaid."

Usage Examples

I'd love to be your bridesmaid.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A woman who attends a bride during her wedding ceremony, as part of the main wedding party.
  2. 2.(entertainment) A person or team that perennially finishes well, but never first.

verb

  1. 1.To act as a bridesmaid for; to attend a bride during her wedding ceremony.

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