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old maid Meaning
old maid (n)
an elderly unmarried woman
any of various plants of the genus Zinnia cultivated for their variously and brightly colored flower heads
commonly cultivated Old World woody herb having large pinkish to red flowers
the loser in a game of old maid
a card game using a pack of cards from which one queen has been removed; players match cards and the player holding the unmatched queen at the end of the game is the loser (or `old maid')
old maid Sentence Examples
- The ancient castle stood as an old maid, its grandeur faded but still alluring.
- Despite her advanced age, the sprightly old maid remained sharp-witted and independent.
- The single and independent woman was often labeled an old maid, a cruel and unjust stereotype.
- The old maid's cat was her only companion, a loyal and affectionate friend.
- The deserted house on the hill evoked a sense of melancholy, as if it were an old maid mourning her lost youth.
- The town gossip, a stereotypical old maid, took pleasure in spreading rumors and scandals.
- The old maid's attic was a treasure trove of memories, filled with forgotten photographs and trinkets.
- The lonely old maid yearned for companionship and affection, but her aloof demeanor kept suitors at bay.
- The elderly woman lived in a quaint cottage, where she spent her days gardening and reading, the perfect picture of an old maid.
- Despite society's judgments, the old maid embraced her status, finding contentment in her solitary existence.
FAQs About the word old maid
an elderly unmarried woman, any of various plants of the genus Zinnia cultivated for their variously and brightly colored flower heads, commonly cultivated Old
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The ancient castle stood as an old maid, its grandeur faded but still alluring.
Despite her advanced age, the sprightly old maid remained sharp-witted and independent.
The single and independent woman was often labeled an old maid, a cruel and unjust stereotype.
The old maid's cat was her only companion, a loyal and affectionate friend.
