butler

📝 [ˈbʌtlər]

Origin: Middle English boteler, from Old French bouteillier 'bottle bearer', from bouteille 'bottle'

Meanings:

1. The chief male servant of a household, typically in charge of serving food and drink
2. A manservant or personal attendant

Example Sentences:

1. The butler announced the arrival of the dinner guests.
2. Mr. Jeeves, the quintessential butler, always knew exactly what his employer needed.
3. In period dramas, the butler is often portrayed as the most dignified member of the household staff.

Related Words:

• Verb: to butler (act as a butler)
• Noun: butlership (the position or role of a butler)
• Synonyms: manservant, valet, steward, majordomo

Memorization Trick: Think of a "BUT-ler" as the person who is always "BUT-toning up" the household affairs, keeping everything in order and serving with precision.