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attendant

[uh-ten-duhnt]

attendant Definition

a person who is employed to provide a service or give assistance, especially in a public place.

Using attendant: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "attendant" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The flight attendant helped the passengers with their luggage.

  • Example

    The museum attendant answered visitors' questions.

  • Example

    The parking attendant directed drivers to available spaces.

attendant Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with attendant

  • care provided by a caregiver or attendant to a person who needs assistance with activities of daily living

    Example

    The patient required attendant care after the surgery.

  • a device used in call centers that allows attendants to manage incoming and outgoing calls

    Example

    The company installed a new attendant console to improve customer service.

  • legal responsibility of an employer for the actions of their employees while on the job

    Example

    The company faced attendant liability charges after one of their employees caused an accident.

Origins of attendant

from Old French 'atendant', present participle of 'atendre', meaning 'to wait for'

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Summary: attendant in Brief

An 'attendant' [uh-ten-duhnt] is a person who is employed to provide a service or give assistance, especially in a public place. Examples include flight attendants, museum attendants, and parking attendants. Phrases like 'attendant care' and 'attendant console' use 'attendant' to denote specific types of care or devices. Employers are responsible for their employees' actions while on the job, known as 'attendant liability.'

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