damoisel

/dɑːˈmweɪzɛl, dəˈmweɪzɛl/

Definitions

1. noun

A young woman, often used to describe a medieval or chivalric ideal of a young unmarried woman, typically of noble birth and purity of virtue.

“The knight’s heart belonged to the damoisel, and he would do anything to protect her honor.”

Synonyms

  • lass
  • maiden
  • young woman

Antonyms

  • harlot
  • prostitute