Definition for MISS

MISS, n. [supposed by Bailey to be contracted from mistress. But probably it is from the Armoric mesell, a young lady, or contracted from Fr. demoiselle, Sp. damisola. See Damsel.]

  1. The title of a young woman or girl; as, little masters and misses. Swift.
  2. A kept mistress; a prostitute retained; a concubine. Dryden.

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