Definition

A man who is hired to do cleaning, maintenance, and other general tasks in a house or hotel.

Example

The houseman quickly cleaned the rooms and prepared them for new guests.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new houseman they hired at the hotel?

Yeah, I heard he’s really good at keeping everything clean and tidy.

I think having a reliable houseman makes a huge difference in guest satisfaction.

Absolutely! It’s nice to know that the place will always look its best.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Houseman → It is formed from "house" (from Old English *hus*, meaning dwelling or shelter) and "man" (from Old English *mann*, meaning human being or person). The word "houseman" refers to a person associated with or working in a house, often in a domestic capacity.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'house' as a place where people live and 'man' as a person. A houseman is someone who works in or is connected to a house.

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