concierge
Americannoun
plural
concierges-
(especially in France) a person who has charge of the entrance of a building and is often the owner's representative; doorkeeper.
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a member of a hotel staff in charge of special services for guests, as arranging for theater tickets or tours.
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an employee stationed in an apartment house lobby who screens visitors, controls operation of elevators, accepts deliveries to the tenants, etc.
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a janitor.
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Obsolete. a custodian or warden.
adjective
noun
Etymology
Origin of concierge
First recorded in 1640–50; from French; Old French cumserges; further origin uncertain, possibly from Vulgar Latin conservius (unattested) “fellow slave,” from Latin conservus; con-, serve
Example Sentences
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A professional musician before the war, she now works as a concierge in one of the Wonder City buildings.
From Barron's
If I had any questions, a person named Jane, my “Wellness concierge” whom I never met, texted me to let me know she was there to support me.
From Los Angeles Times
We exchanged surprised smiles as she approached, hugged me, and said, “I missed you. The concierge recommended O’Groats. I’m ready to explore L.A.”
From Los Angeles Times
In St. Martin, even during high season, you can book most places a day or two ahead of time, often by calling the restaurant directly instead of relying on well-connected friends or hotel concierges.
Being wealthy or paying a premium for a concierge physician is not going to get you seen in an ER faster than the person in front of you.
From MarketWatch
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