Old maid — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Old maid
Old maid (noun)
- spinster
- a prim fussy person
- a simple card game in which cards are matched in pairs and the player holding the unmatched card at the end loses
Old maid (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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as in prig, fuddy-duddy
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Old maid
The most common words with a similar meaning to Old maid:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Old maid
Words with the opposite meaning of Old maid:
Word Forms of Old maid
Derived words: old-maidish (adjective), old-maidishness (noun)
Origin & Etymology of Old maid
First known use: circa 1530
Frequently Asked Questions about Old maid
What does "Old maid" mean?
"Old maid" means spinster. As a noun, it is defined as: spinster.
What is another word for "Old maid"?
Other words for "Old maid" include fuddy-duddy, prig, spoilsport, stuffed shirt, bluenose, moralist, Mrs. Grundy and nice nelly. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Old maid" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Old maid"?
There are 14 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Old maid". Common alternatives include fuddy-duddy, prig, spoilsport, stuffed shirt, bluenose, moralist, Mrs. Grundy, nice nelly, prude and puritan.
What is the opposite of "Old maid"?
Antonyms of "Old maid" include libertarian, libertine, misbehaver and immoralist.
Is "Old maid" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Old maid" is a noun.
What is the origin of the word "Old maid"?
First known use: circa 1530.
What is another word for "Old maid" meaning "as in prig, fuddy-duddy"?
When "Old maid" (noun) means as in prig, fuddy-duddy, synonyms include fuddy-duddy, prig, spoilsport, stuffed shirt, bluenose and moralist. Opposites in this sense include libertarian, libertine, misbehaver and immoralist.
What words are derived from "Old maid"?
Words derived from "Old maid" include old-maidish (adjective) and old-maidishness (noun).