deskman
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3.7
- noun
- /ˈdɛskˌmæn/
- US
:
recepcionista
- After a long flight, I was relieved to see the deskman check us in quickly.
Examples
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The deskman at the hotel greeted us with a warm smile when we arrived.
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Many deskmen work long hours in hotels.
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The deskman answered the phone and directed the call to the manager.
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At the hotel, the deskman provided guests with maps and local information.
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She asked the deskman for help with her reservation when she arrived.
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The deskman greeted us with a smile.
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The deskman explained the hotel amenities and provided us with our room keys.
Synonyms
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2.6
A person who greets visitors, answers the phone, and gives information at an office or hotel
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2.1
A person who works at a hotel's front desk and helps guests with check-ins and questions
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2.0
A person at a hotel's front desk who greets guests and handles check-ins and check-outs
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2.7
A person at the front desk of a hotel who helps guests
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Deskman comes from the parts desk ('work table') and man ('person'), and you can see the same idea in doorman or repairman. So a deskman is simply the person who works at a desk, for example at a hotel or office where they greet guests and answer calls.