Definition

A person whose job is to clean and take care of bedrooms, especially in hotels.

Example

The chambermaid came to tidy up the room while we were at breakfast.

Conversation

Do you know what a chambermaid does in a hotel?

Yeah, they clean the rooms and make the beds, right?

Exactly! I think it's a really important job for keeping the place nice.

For sure, I always appreciate the work they do when I stay somewhere.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Chambermaid → It is formed from "chamber" (from Old French *chambre*, meaning a room) and "maid" (from Old English *maegden*, meaning a young woman or girl). A chambermaid is a young woman who works in a room, typically in a hotel or household, responsible for cleaning and maintaining it.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'room' ('chamber') where a 'young woman' ('maid') works to keep it clean and tidy.

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