Definition

A person responsible for cleaning and maintaining a building, such as an office or apartment, and making minor repairs.

Example

The janitor cleaned the floors and took out the trash every evening.

Conversation

Do you know who the new janitor is at our school?

Yeah, I met him yesterday; he seems really nice.

I heard he used to work at a big office building before this.

That makes sense! He knows a lot about keeping things clean.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Janitor → It originates from Latin 'janitor' (meaning doorkeeper), derived from 'janua' (meaning door). A janitor is someone who is responsible for maintaining and overseeing the entrance and cleanliness of a building.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'doorkeeper' ('janitor') who is responsible for keeping the entrance and the building clean.

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