Major-domo
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Major-domo is a noun meaning Alternative form of majordomo: chief servant of a large house; a similar position in other contexts.
Meaning
Alternative form of majordomo: chief servant of a large house; a similar position in other contexts.
Example Sentences
As the other persons in the Castle, on whom such tasks were delegated, readily imitated the prudential conduct of the major-domo, there was little controul used towards Roland Græme, who, of course, learned no more than what a very active mind, and a total impatience of absolute idleness, led him to acquire upon his own account, and by dint of his own exertions.
Word Forms
- major-domos
Synonyms for major-domo
Depending on context, synonyms include seneschal.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include seneschal, majordomo, master, servant, butler, husband.
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