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janitor

noun

  1. person who cleans and maintains buildings such as hospitals, schools, and residential accommodation
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Wiktionary

Pronunciation: /ˈd͡ʒænɪtə/ / /ˈd͡ʒænɪtɚ/ / [ˈd͡ʒænɪɾɚ]

noun

Etymology: From Latin ianitor (“doorkeeper”).

  1. Someone who looks after the maintenance and cleaning of a public building.
  2. Someone who looks after the maintenance and cleaning of a public building.
  3. A doorman.
  4. A moderator for a discussion forum.