Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bellboy
noun
ˈbɛlˌbɔɪ
Definition
A bellboy is a hotel staff member responsible for assisting guests with their luggage and providing various services.
Examples
- The bellboy helped us with our bags when we arrived at the hotel.
- I asked the bellboy for directions to the nearest restaurant.
- After checking in, the bellboy escorted us to our room.
Meaning
The term refers to a young man employed by a hotel to carry guests’ bags and provide information about the hotel and its amenities.
Synonyms
- porter
- bellhop
- luggage attendant