major-domo
a man in charge of a great household, as that of a sovereign; a chief steward.
a steward or butler.
a person who makes arrangements for another.
Origin of major-domo
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How to use major-domo in a sentence
The old nurse, Nonna, aided the Majordomo, and these two faithful souls confided their anxiety to one another.
Complete Short Works | Georg EbersI feel like a hired man, in the service of this magnificent mansion—say in training for father's place as majordomo.
The Mansion | Henry Van DykeThe majordomo cocked his ears; but Ramabai said nothing more.
The Adventures of Kathlyn | Harold MacGrathThe majordomo stared a long time at that little packet of powder.
The Adventures of Kathlyn | Harold MacGrathThis man was the majordomo, the chief servant in the king's household.
The Adventures of Kathlyn | Harold MacGrath
British Dictionary definitions for major-domo
/ (ˌmeɪdʒəˈdəʊməʊ) /
the chief steward or butler of a great household
facetious a steward or butler
Origin of major-domo
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