damsel in distress

English

Etymology

From the classic theme in many dramatic forms.

Pronunciation

IPA(key): /ˈdæm.zəl ɪn dɪˈstɹɛs/

Noun

damsel in distress (plural damsels in distress)

  1. A young woman perceived as being in a dangerous situation.

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