Major-domo

usgb/ˌmeɪdʒər ˈdəʊməʊ/
noun

The head servant in a large house, who has a high status and gives orders to other servants.

The major-domo greeted us at the entrance of the mansion and guided us all the way to the dining room.
Visual representation of "major-domo" - The head servant in a large house, who has a high status and gives orders to other servants.

Often appears as...

  • appointed as major-domo
  • major-domo of the house

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Formal

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Distinguished Servant

Major-domo is a respected position often found in large, upscale households.

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Upon arriving, we were introduced to the major-domo, who ensured our visit was perfect.
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Not Modern Usage

The term is more common in historical or formal settings, not in everyday modern language.

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In the period drama, the countess relies heavily on her major-domo.
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Authority Figure

Major-domo signifies someone with power and authority among the staff in a household.

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The major-domo quickly resolved the problem among the kitchen staff.
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