janitress

/ˈdʒænɪtrɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

a woman who is in charge of cleaning and maintaining a building, especially a large one

“The janitress made sure the hospital was spotless every day.”

2. noun

a woman who takes care of domestic duties, especially in a large household

“The wealthy family employed a janitress to manage their household chores.”

Synonyms

  • housekeeper
  • housemother
  • maid

Antonyms

  • head
  • master