valet de chambre

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Word: Valet de Chambre

Definition:
"Valet de chambre" is a French term that means a personal servant, usually a man, who takes care of someone's personal needs. This person helps with dressing, grooming, and other tasks to make life easier for their employer.

Advanced Usage:

In literature or dramatic contexts, "valet de chambre" may symbolize loyalty and service, often depicted in stories about nobility or wealth.

Different Meanings:

• In modern contexts, "valet" can also refer to a person who parks cars at restaurants or hotels.
• The term can also imply someone who helps with personal tasks but without the traditional servant connotation.

Synonyms:

• Servant
• Attendant
• Aide
• Manservant

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• There are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs that include "valet de chambre," but you might hear phrases like "at your service," which means someone is ready to help.

Summary:

"Valet de chambre" refers to a personal male servant who assists with daily tasks. While the term is more historical or literary, it highlights the role of service and support that such individuals provide.

Academic

Noun

1. a manservant who acts as a personal attendant to his employer
   • Jeeves was Bertie Wooster's man

Synonyms

• valet
• gentleman
• gentleman's gentleman
• man