charwoman
char·wom·an
noun \ˈchär-ˌwu̇-mən\Definition of CHARWOMAN
: a cleaning woman especially in a large building
See Examples of CHARWOMAN
- <the couple finally hired a charwoman as they were just too busy to clean>
Origin of CHARWOMAN
chare + woman
First Known Use: 1596
Related to CHARWOMAN
Synonyms: biddy, char [British], maid, handmaiden (also handmaid), house girl, housekeeper, housemaid, maidservant, skivvy [British], wench
Related Words: attendant, chambermaid; abigail, lady-in-waiting, maid-in-waiting; au pair, nursemaid; domestic, menial; amah, ayah
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