bellboy

/ˈbɛlbɔɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

a boy or young man employed at a hotel or other lodging to attend to the needs of guests, especially to carry their luggage.

“The bellboy helped us carry our bags to the elevator.”

2. noun

a person who announces the arrival of a guest by ringing a bell.

“The bellboy at the old mansion rang the bell to signal the arrival of the guests.”

Synonyms

  • porter
  • valet