Butler
(noun)
- A household servant who is in charge of overseeing other servants and managing household affairs.
- A person who acts as a personal assistant to someone of high social status or wealth, often managing their household and personal affairs.
- A male servant in charge of serving drinks, especially wine, at a formal event.
- An employee who manages the serving of food and drinks in a restaurant or hotel.
- A person who manages the storage and distribution of goods in a warehouse.
Origin:
The word 'butler' originated from the old french word 'boteillier' which means 'wine steward'. it was later used to describe a high-ranking household servant who was responsible for overseeing other servants and managing household affairs.
Examples:
- The butler was responsible for managing the household and ensuring that everything ran smoothly.
- The wealthy man had a butler who acted as his personal assistant, managing his schedule and household affairs.
- The butler served drinks at the formal dinner party, ensuring that guests were well-taken care of.
- The hotel had a butler who managed the serving of food and drinks in the restaurant.
- The warehouse had a butler who managed the storage and distribution of goods, ensuring that everything was properly organized.