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custodian

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Noun — A person responsible for looking after or protecting something.

How to use custodian

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school custodian custodian of records

Etymology

From Latin custodia, "a keeping, guard," from custos, "a keeper or guard."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “custodian” mean?

The word “custodian” means a person responsible for looking after or protecting something. In plain terms, someone who looks after and protects something — or, in American English, a building cleaner.

How do you pronounce “custodian”?

“Custodian” is pronounced kuh-STOH-dee-uhn (/kəˈstoʊdiən/ in IPA).

How do you use “custodian” in a sentence?

Here is “custodian” used in a sentence: “The museum's custodian ensures the artifacts are kept safe.”

What part of speech is “custodian”?

“Custodian” is a noun.

Where does the word “custodian” come from?

The word “custodian” comes from Latin. From Latin custodia, "a keeping, guard," from custos, "a keeper or guard.".

Is “custodian” a common word?

“Custodian” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “custodian” have?

“Custodian” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person responsible for looking after or protecting something.

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