Handmaiden
Handmaiden noun - In a subordinate position.
Usage example: theology should be the handmaiden of ethics
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Synonyms for Handmaiden
Servant is a synonym for handmaiden in maidservant topic. In some cases you can use "Servant" instead a noun "Handmaiden".
Nearby Word: handmaid
Servant
Servant noun - A person hired to perform household or personal services.
Usage example: the wealthy family had servants to clean and cook for them
Handmaiden is a synonym for servant in maidservant topic. You can use "Handmaiden" instead a noun "Servant".
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