Meaning & Definition of word "Attendant"

Attendant

əˈtɛndənt

1. A person who is present at an event or who serves in a particular role, often providing assistance or maintaining order.
- Example: The attendants at the conference were quick to help with any questions.
2. An employee who assists customers or guests in a particular setting, such as a hotel or restaurant.
- Example: The hotel attendant offered to carry our luggage to our room.
3. A person who is responsible for looking after someone, especially in a medical or care setting.
- Example: The nursing attendant checked on the patients regularly to ensure their comfort.
4. A person who accompanies or takes care of someone, often in a supportive capacity.
- Example: She had an attendant with her during her stay at the rehabilitation center.

1. Occurring alongside or in relation to something.
- Example: The attendant benefits of the new policy include increased efficiency.

●From Middle English 'attendante', from Old French 'attendant', present participle of 'attendre' which means to attend or to wait.

flight attendant:

A person who is responsible for the safety and comfort of passengers on an aircraft.

attendant care:

Support provided to assist individuals with daily living activities.

attendant services:

Services offered by personnel to aid or assist customers or clients.

attendance:

The act of being present at a place or event.

attend:

To be present at an event, meeting, or location.

Meaning: An attendant at a gas station.

● Example Sentence: The gas station had attendants who filled up your tank for you.

Meaning: A synonym for a personal assistant.

● Example Sentence: He hired an attendant to help manage his schedule.