Footman
(noun)
- A male servant who is employed to do menial tasks such as carrying messages or baggage.
- A male servant who is employed to perform duties such as opening doors and carrying messages or baggage.
- A male servant who does tasks such as carrying messages or baggage.
Origin:
Late 16th century: from foot + man.
Examples:
- The footman announced the arrival of the guests.
- The footman opened the door for the queen.
- The footman served the drinks at the party.
- The footman was dressed in a smart uniform.
- The footman was in charge of the baggage at the hotel.