What is another word for maid-in-waiting?
Pronunciation: [mˈe͡ɪdɪnwˈe͡ɪtɪŋ] (IPA) 
A maid-in-waiting is an old-fashioned term used to refer to a woman who is responsible for attending to the needs of a royalty or high-ranking aristocrat. She typically assists with dressing, personal grooming, and other tasks required by her employer. There are several synonyms for the word, including lady-in-waiting, companion, courtier, and attendant. These words all describe a person who is available to provide assistance and support to someone in a position of power or authority. While the role of a maid-in-waiting is not as common in modern times, the term continues to be used in historical contexts and in works of literature set in the past.
