What does WAIFS mean?

Here is the requested information on the word "waifs": Waifs

Parts of Speech: Noun (plural)

Definitions:

• Homeless and helpless people, especially children
• Stray animals
• Something found and unclaimed, especially a piece of property

Pronunciations:

• US: /weɪfs/
• UK: /weɪfs/

Origin and Usage: The word "waifs" originated from Middle French "waif" meaning "ownerless property". It was first used in English in the 15th century to describe abandoned property. Later, in the 19th century, it started being used to describe homeless and helpless people, especially children. It is still commonly used today in this context, as well as to describe stray animals.

Synonyms:

• Strays
• Homeless
• Helpless
• Orphans
• Foundlings

Related Words:

• Gaifs
• Naifs
• Hafts
• Waist
• Waits

Example Sentences:

• The charity organization provided shelter and food for the waifs in the city.
• The animal shelter was overflowing with waifs after the hurricane.
• The police found a waif bicycle on the side of the road and took it to the station.