noun
bellboy
BEHL-boy
noun
1
A hotel employee who carries guests' luggage and runs errands.
"The bellboy carried their suitcases up to the fourth floor."
How to Use Bellboy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA hotel worker whose job is to carry luggage and help guests.
UK vs US
In British English, "porter" is often used instead of "bellboy."
Word Forms
bellboys plural
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Etymology
A compound of bell and boy, from the practice of ringing a bell to summon this staff member.