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Noun — Someone employed to manage the cleaning and upkeep of a home, hotel, or institution.

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How to use housekeeper

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Etymology

From house + keeper.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “housekeeper” mean?

The word “housekeeper” means someone employed to manage the cleaning and upkeep of a home, hotel, or institution. In plain terms, someone paid to clean and manage a household, or informally, someone who prefers staying home.

How do you pronounce “housekeeper”?

“Housekeeper” is pronounced HOWS-kee-puh (/ˈhaʊskipɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “housekeeper” in a sentence?

Here is “housekeeper” used in a sentence: “The housekeeper had the whole hotel wing spotless by nine.”

What part of speech is “housekeeper”?

“Housekeeper” is a noun.

Is “housekeeper” a common word?

“Housekeeper” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.

How many meanings does “housekeeper” have?

“Housekeeper” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: someone employed to manage the cleaning and upkeep of a home, hotel, or institution.

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