doorman
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for doorman, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An employee stationed at the entrance of a building, especially a hotel or apartment block, who greets visitors, opens the door, and often helps with deliveries or taxis.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
A compound of "door" and "man."
Full origin of doorman →Frequently asked questions
What does “doorman” mean?
The word “doorman” means an employee stationed at the entrance of a building, especially a hotel or apartment block, who greets visitors, opens the door, and often helps with deliveries or taxis. In plain terms, someone whose job is to greet people and manage the entrance of a building.
How do you use “doorman” in a sentence?
Here is “doorman” used in a sentence: “The doorman tipped his hat as we walked in.”
What part of speech is “doorman”?
“Doorman” is a noun.