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    Valet (en. Valet)

    [valɛ]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A man serving in a household, responsible for taking care of his master's clothing.
    The valet prepared the suit for the ball.
    Le valet a préparé le costume pour le bal.
    An employee who is responsible for parking customers' cars.
    The valet parked my car in front of the hotel.
    Le valet a garé ma voiture devant l'hôtel.
    A man of service, usually in a domestic setting.
    The valet took care of the guests during the evening.
    Le valet s'est occupé des invités pendant la soirée.

    Etymology

    Originating from the Old French word 'valet', from Latin 'valet', meaning 'one who is strong or capable'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    chamberlain
    A man who takes care of a person’s clothing and personal belongings in their room.
    valet de chambre
    valet parking
    Parking service where an employee takes charge of a customer's car.
    valet parking
    honorary valet
    A man who assists a king or noble person during official events.
    valet d'honneur

    Related Words

    domestic
    A person who works in a house, taking care of household tasks.
    domestique
    servant
    A person in the service of another, usually in a household.
    serviteur

    Slang Meanings

    A maintenance or service man.
    He works as a valet in a Michelin-starred restaurant.
    Il travaille comme valet dans un restaurant étoilé.
    A man who helps with daily activities.
    The magnate's valet was always by his side.
    Le valet du magnat était toujours à ses côtés.