maid of honor
noun phrase
1
: an unmarried lady usually of noble birth whose duty it is to attend a queen or a princess
2
: a bride's principal unmarried wedding attendant compare matron of honor
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Woman Meets Maid Of Honor 3 Weeks After Her Wedding, Then Reveals Surprise
By Daniella Gray
Family and Parenting Reporter
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A maid of honor was left speechless after her friend told her some important news just three weeks after her wedding day.
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David Faris, Newsweek, 2 Feb. 2025
That said, Keyla Monterroso Mejia, who a few weeks ago played a scene-stealing payday loan officer in One of Them Days, is once again a standout as Jenni’s overly protective, hard-partying maid of honor.
—Alison Willmore, Vulture, 31 Jan. 2025
And, what if you’re approached to take on a role that needs to take on more responsibility like a maid of honor?
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 30 Dec. 2024
The maid of honor even brought up the subject several times in front of the bride's entire family, making for an awkward atmosphere.
—Erin Clack, People.com, 3 Feb. 2025
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David Faris, Newsweek, 2 Feb. 2025
That said, Keyla Monterroso Mejia, who a few weeks ago played a scene-stealing payday loan officer in One of Them Days, is once again a standout as Jenni’s overly protective, hard-partying maid of honor.
—Alison Willmore, Vulture, 31 Jan. 2025
And, what if you’re approached to take on a role that needs to take on more responsibility like a maid of honor?
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 30 Dec. 2024
The maid of honor even brought up the subject several times in front of the bride's entire family, making for an awkward atmosphere.
—Erin Clack, People.com, 3 Feb. 2025
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“Maid of honor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/maid%20of%20honor. Accessed 27 Feb. 2025.
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