First Known Use: 1897
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bellhop
noun bell·hop \-ˌhäp\
: a boy or man who takes hotel guests to their rooms, carries luggage, etc.
Full Definition of BELLHOP
: a hotel or club employee who escorts guests to rooms, assists them with luggage, and runs errands
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Origin of BELLHOP
short for bell-hopper
Rhymes with BELLHOP
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BELLHOP Defined for Kids
bellhop
noun bell·hop \ˈbel-ˌhäp\
Definition of BELLHOP for Kids
: a hotel or club employee who takes guests to rooms, moves luggage, and runs errands
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