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porter

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈpɔɹtɝ// UK //pˈɔːtɐ// porter

n. a person whose job is to carry luggage or heavy bags for you at a hotel, airport, or train station.

n. a person employed to carry luggage and other loads, especially in a railway station, airport, or hotel.


SIMPLE

The porter carried our heavy suitcases to the room.

CONTEXTUAL

Upon arriving at the grand hotel, we were greeted by a porter who took our bags and showed us to the lobby.

COMPLEX

In the era of luxury rail travel, the role of the porter was essential for maintaining the seamless experience expected by first-class passengers.

Synonyms
Usage

Commonly used in British English for railway staff; in American English, 'skycap' is often used at airports.

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