Definition

A person who manages or oversees a large estate or household, often acting as a chief servant or organizer.

Example

The majordomo ensured that all the guests were well taken care of during the event.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new majordomo at the estate?

Yeah, I heard he's really organized and takes charge of everything.

I wonder what it’s like to be a majordomo — sounds like a cool job.

It definitely does! You'd get to oversee all the events and manage the staff.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Majordomo → It is formed from "major" (from Latin "maior", meaning greater or larger) and "domo" (from Latin "domus", meaning house). The word "majordomo" refers to a person who is in charge of a household or estate, essentially the chief steward or head servant of a larger household.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is the 'greater' ('major') authority in a 'house' ('domus') — that's why a majordomo is the chief steward of a household.

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