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footman

 

[ หˆfสŠt.mษ™n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

historical servant

A footman is a male servant who is traditionally employed in a grand household, especially to serve at a table or perform various household tasks. During the 17th and 18th centuries, footmen were often employed in noble families and wore livery, which distinguished them as part of the household staff. Their duties could range from serving meals to taking care of the family's carriage.

Synonyms

attendant, servant, valet

Examples of usage

  • The footman opened the door for the guests.
  • In the grand dining hall, the footman served the main course with grace.
  • The footman was dressed in a striking livery that showcased the family's status.
  • Every evening, the footman was responsible for lighting the candles in the dining room.

Translations

Translations of the word "footman" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pajem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคพเคฆเคฐเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FuรŸsoldat

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pelayan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะฐะถ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ giermek

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅพ“่€…

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท page

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ paje

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sayfan

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ•˜์ธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฎุงุฏู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pรกลพe

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pรกลพ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไพไปŽ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ paj

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รพjรณnn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ั‹ะทะผะตั‚ัˆั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒกแƒแƒฎแƒฃแƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ xidmษ™tรงi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ paje

Word origin

The term 'footman' originates from the early 15th century, deriving from the combination of 'foot', referring to being on foot rather than riding, and 'man', indicating a male servant or attendant. Initially used to describe a servant who ran alongside a carriage, the role evolved over time into one that involved more formal duties within the household. By the 17th century, footmen had become an established part of the aristocratic household, often indicating the wealth and social status of the family they served. The livery they wore was not only a uniform but also a symbol of the family's prestige, setting them apart in public spaces. This term reflects the hierarchical structure of society during that era, where distinct roles were necessary for the functioning of household staff, thereby cementing the footman's place in historical context.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,854, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.