porter
/ˈpɔrtər/
noun
- A person whose job is to carry luggage or other loads, especially at a hotel, train station, or airport.
- At the train station, a porter loaded the bags onto a cart.
- She tipped the porter for carrying her heavy boxes to the taxi.
- The porter helped us carry our suitcases to the hotel room.
- A dark brown beer made with roasted malt or barley, similar to stout but usually less bitter.
- The brewery is famous for its traditional English porter.
- Porter has a rich, malty flavor that pairs well with hearty food.
- He ordered a pint of porter at the old pub.
- A person who works as a gatekeeper or doorman, especially in a college or hospital.
- If you need directions, ask the porter at the hospital entrance.
- The college porter greeted visitors at the main gate.
- The porter unlocked the gate for the late-night students.