What does janitor mean?
Janitor means (chiefly US, Philippines) Someone who looks after the maintenance and cleaning of a public building..
Janitor
/ˈd͡ʒænɪtə/ · noun
Meaning
(chiefly US, Philippines) Someone who looks after the maintenance and cleaning of a public building..
Definitions by Sense
- (chiefly US, Philippines) Someone who looks after the maintenance and cleaning of a public building.
- A doorman.
- (Internet slang, 4chan, sometimes derogatory) A moderator for a discussion forum.
Example Sentences
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Synonyms for janitor
Antonyms for janitor
Related Words
Word Forms
- janitors
- janitress
- janitrix
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for janitor?
Common synonyms include caretaker, cleaner, curator, custodian.
What is the opposite of janitor?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use janitor in a sentence?
Use janitor where its definition matches the intended context.
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