Bellman

/ˈbɛlˌmæn/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person employed to summon guests, usually in a hotel, or to carry luggage.

The bellman greeted us at the entrance and offered to carry our bags to the room.

A person who rings a bell, especially in a hotel or lodge to summon service.

Whenever we needed assistance, we simply rang the bell and the bellman was there in an instant.

A character in Lewis Carroll's poem 'The Hunting of the Snark', known for his role in the verse.

In Carroll's tale, the bellman leads his crew on a quest filled with whimsy and absurdity.

Derived from the word 'bell' and 'man', historically referring to a man who rang a bell, or assisted guests.

bellman service

Refers to the service provided by a bellman in assisting guests.

porter

A person who carries luggage.

concierge

A hotel employee who assists guests by providing services like booking reservations.

A casually dressed employee at a hotel.

He's a bellman but doesn't wear the traditional uniform.

A helpful person in a service role.

He’s our bellman for the trip, always ready to lend a hand.