The Lowly Skivvy: Unpacking the Derogatory Term for a Hotel Maid
Skivvy is a British English word that refers to a servant or a domestic worker, particularly one who performs menial tasks such as cleaning and laundry. It is derived from the Old Norse word "skíf" which means "servant" or "slave". In modern times, the term is often used in a derogatory manner to refer to someone who is considered to be of a lower social class or status.
In the context of your sentence, "skivvy" is being used to describe the maid who works at the hotel, emphasizing her lowly status and the menial nature of her work.
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