ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Concierge

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˌkɒnsɪˈɛːʒ/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Concierge is a noun meaning An employee of a hotel who attends to the requirements and wishes of guests.

Meaning

An employee of a hotel who attends to the requirements and wishes of guests.

More Meanings

  1. (healthcare) A nurse who provides support during fertility treatment.
  2. (often US) One who attends to the maintenance of a building and provides services to its tenants and visitors.
  3. A senior official in charge of a fortress, palace, etc.; also, a custodian of a house; a warden of a prison.
  4. Synonym of conciergerie (“the office of a concierge; also, the lodge or residence of a concierge”).

Example Sentences

Everyday life is increasingly unaffordable for most New Yorkers, but a new class of private, members-only and concierge services is emerging as a kind of gated community within the city.
Underground parking, private storage and daily housekeeping are offered as well, and the club's concierge can assist with prearrival grocery shopping, spa reservations, dinner plans and golf tee times.

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Related dictionary entries include doorman, janitorial, caretaker, porter, housekeeper, superintendent.

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