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janitor

noun jan·i·tor \ˈja-nə-tər\

: a person who cleans a building and makes minor repairs

Full Definition of JANITOR

: one who keeps the premises of a building (as an apartment or office) clean, tends the heating system, and makes minor repairs

— jan·i·to·ri·al \ˌja-nə-ˈtȯr-ē-əl\ adjective

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Latin, from janus arch, gate

First Known Use: 1629

JANITOR Defined for Kids

noun jan·i·tor \ˈjan-ət-ər\

: a person who takes care of a building (as a school)

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