bellman
2 synonyms for bellman, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A hotel employee who carries guests’ luggage; a bellhop.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Middle English belleman — literally "bell" plus "man," originally someone whose job was ringing a bell to get attention.
Full origin of bellman →Frequently asked questions
What does “bellman” mean?
The word “bellman” means a hotel employee who carries guests’ luggage; a bellhop. In plain terms, someone whose job involves a bell or luggage — historically a town crier, today usually a hotel porter.
How do you use “bellman” in a sentence?
Here is “bellman” used in a sentence: “The bellman wheeled our suitcases up to the room.”
What part of speech is “bellman”?
“Bellman” is a noun.
Where does the word “bellman” come from?
The word “bellman” comes from Middle English. From Middle English belleman — literally "bell" plus "man," originally someone whose job was ringing a bell to get attention.
How many meanings does “bellman” have?
“Bellman” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a hotel employee who carries guests’ luggage; a bellhop.
