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Definition of Handmaiden
1. Noun. In a subordinate position. "The state cannot be a servant of the church"
Exact synonyms: Handmaid, Servant
Generic synonyms: Subordinateness, Subsidiarity
Derivative terms: Serve
Generic synonyms: Subordinateness, Subsidiarity
Derivative terms: Serve
2. Noun. A personal maid or female attendant.
Definition of Handmaiden
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Medical Definition of Handmaiden
1. A maid that waits at hand; a female servant or attendant. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)