Definition

A person who serves or performs duties for someone else, often in a subordinate role.

Example

The servitor prepared the room for the guests' arrival.

Conversation

I just watched that new movie about a royal family.

Oh really? Was it good?

Yeah, there was a funny scene with a servitor trying to impress the king.

That sounds hilarious! I need to check it out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Servitor → It is formed from "servire" (meaning to serve) and "-tor" (a suffix indicating an agent or doer). The word "servitor" refers to one who serves or performs duties for another.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'serving' ('servire') — that's why a servitor is a person who serves.

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