Major-domo
/ˌmeɪdʒər ˈdəʊməʊ/
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Distinguished Servant
Major-domo is a respected position often found in large, upscale households.
Upon arriving, we were introduced to the major-domo, who ensured our visit was perfect.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Modern Usage
The term is more common in historical or formal settings, not in everyday modern language.
In the period drama, the countess relies heavily on her major-domo.
Pro Tip 3/3Authority Figure
Major-domo signifies someone with power and authority among the staff in a household.
The major-domo quickly resolved the problem among the kitchen staff.
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ButlerHousekeeperManageOverseerStewardSupervisor
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