Valet

/væˈleɪ/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A person employed to park cars or assist patrons at a hotel or restaurant.
The valet took my keys and parked my car in the hotel garage.
A personal attendant responsible for the clothes and personal affairs of a gentleman.
The gentleman's valet laid out his clothes for the evening event.
verb
To park or take care of the vehicle of a guest, as in a hotel or restaurant.
They valet the cars at the entrance, making it convenient for guests.

Etymology

Middle English from Old French 'valet', meaning 'servant, young man'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

valet service:
A service that includes parking and retrieving vehicles for guests.
valet parking:
A service where a valet parks a car for the owner.
valet stand:
A designated area where valets wait to assist guests.

Related Words

Slang Meanings

To have someone else take care of your parking.
I always valet when I go out; it's so much easier.
An assistant or helper in casual terms.
I need a valet to handle my errands today.