porter
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Definition
A porter is a person whose job is to carry bags or other heavy things, especially at a hotel, station, or airport. It can also mean a dark type of beer called porter.
Usage & Nuances
Most commonly, 'porter' refers to someone who carries luggage in service contexts. In British English, it is also used for station or hospital staff in some contexts. The beer meaning is separate and usually clear from context. Don't confuse it with 'doorman', who mainly controls entry, or 'carrier', which is much broader.
Example Sentences
The porter carried our bags to the room.
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A porter helped the old man at the station.
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He ordered a porter with his dinner.
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Ask the porter if he can store these bags until check-in.
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The porter gave us directions when we got off the train.
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I'm not really into IPAs—I usually go for a porter or a stout.
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