butler

/ˈbʌtlər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person employed in a private household to perform domestic duties, especially serving food and drink.

“The butler announced dinner and escorted us to the dining room.”

2. verb

To serve as a butler, especially in a formal or ceremonial manner.

“The actor butlered drinks at the charity gala.”

3. verb

To attend to or wait on someone, especially in a servile or menial capacity.

“She butled the guest, offering him a cup of coffee.”

Synonyms

  • housekeeper
  • majordomo
  • valet

Antonyms

  • master
  • servant