What is another word for Footmen?

Pronunciation: [fˈʊtmɛn] (IPA)

Footmen are individuals who help their masters in various duties and tasks, including running errands, carrying luggage, and serving meals. Synonyms for the word footmen include valets, butlers, manservants, attendants, and pages. A valet is a personal servant responsible for a master's grooming and clothing. A butler is in charge of the household staff and can also act as a valet. Manservants perform duties that range from butlers to footmen, depending on their master's needs. Attendants are similar to footmen but may also aid in personal care, such as assisting with bathing or dressing. Pages are young attendants who typically carry messages or serve at banquets.

Usage examples for Footmen

Now to the old folk at home, and to the neighbours, this seemed an immense salary for a girl, especially when the carriage, the Footmen, the wines, and late dinners, and so on, were taken into consideration.
"Hodge and His Masters"
Richard Jefferies
They are glad to welcome you into their rooms-you are a sort of curiosity-you sing for them-they're very civil for an hour or two-but you must remember to leave before the Footmen proceed to shut the hall-door.
"Prince Fortunatus"
William Black
In the Footmen and page the illustration is less successful; they seem to approach, if not to reach, caricature.
"John Leech, His Life and Work. Vol. 1"
William Powell Frith

Related words: foot, feet, foots, footmen

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