steward's
|stew-ard|
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/ˈstuːɚd/
🇬🇧
/ˈstjuːəd/
(steward)
manager or caretaker
Etymology
'steward' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'stiġweard', where 'stiġ-' meant 'hall' or 'house' and 'weard' meant 'guardian'.
'steward' changed from Old English 'stiġweard' into Middle English forms such as 'steward(e)' and eventually became the modern English word 'steward'.
Initially, it meant 'hall or household guardian,' but over time it evolved into the current meanings related to someone who manages affairs or looks after passengers or property.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
used in context as the possessive of 'steward', where 'steward' means a person who manages affairs for others, looks after passengers on a ship/aircraft/train, or acts as a custodian/manager of property or events.
The steward's uniform was clean and neatly pressed.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Determiner 1
possessive form of the noun 'steward' (shows something belongs to or is associated with a steward).
The steward's responsibilities include managing the cabin crew and passenger needs.
Auxiliary Verb 1
contraction of 'steward is' (used informally in speech/writing).
The steward's on duty now and will assist you shortly.
Last updated: 2026/01/08 01:40