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handmaid

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This is traditionally translated as: Because he hath regarded the humility of his handmaid; Or: For he hath regarded the lowliness of his handmaiden.

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Quick take

in a subordinate position; "theology should be the handmaiden of ethics"; "the state cannot be a servant of the church"

Meaning at a glance

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noun

in a subordinate position; "theology should be the handmaiden of ethics"; "the state cannot be a servant of the church"

noun

a personal maid or female attendant

Definitions

Core meanings and parts of speech for handmaid.

noun

in a subordinate position; "theology should be the handmaiden of ethics"; "the state cannot be a servant of the church"

See also: handmaiden, servant

noun

a personal maid or female attendant

See also: handmaiden

Example sentences

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This is traditionally translated as: Because he hath regarded the humility of his handmaid; Or: For he hath regarded the lowliness of his handmaiden.

Frequently asked questions

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How do you use handmaid in a sentence?

This is traditionally translated as: Because he hath regarded the humility of his handmaid; Or: For he hath regarded the lowliness of his handmaiden.

What does handmaid mean?

in a subordinate position; "theology should be the handmaiden of ethics"; "the state cannot be a servant of the church"

What part of speech is handmaid?

handmaid is commonly used as noun.