Lass

/læs/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A girl or young woman.
The lass at the cafe served us the best coffee.
A young girl; a daughter.
She took her lass to the park to play.
A term of endearment for a young woman.
That lass is quite talented in her art.

Etymology

Scottish, from Middle English 'las', probably of Scandinavian origin.

Common Phrases and Expressions

lassie
A diminutive or affectionate term for a young girl.
lass in distress
A phrase indicating a young woman in need of help.
lass's tale
A narrative that involves the experiences of a girl or young woman.

Related Words

lad
A boy or young man, typically used in contrast to lass.
lassie
An affectionate term for a young girl.

Slang Meanings

A term of endearment used informally.
Hey lass, how have you been?
Used colloquially to refer to a young woman in a playful manner.
Look at that lass having a good time!