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valet

/ˈvæl.eɪ/ or /ˈvæl.ɪt/intermediate Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.noun

A person employed to park cars for customers at a hotel, restaurant, or other establishment.

Example Sentences:
  • I handed my keys to the valet at the entrance of the hotel.
  • The restaurant offers complimentary valet parking on weekends.
2.verb

To park a vehicle for someone else as a service.

Example Sentences:
  • The staff will valet your car while you check into the lobby.
  • We decided to valet the car to save time before the show.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Old French 'valet' or 'varlet', meaning 'young man' or 'squire'. It shares a common root with 'vassal'. Historically, it referred to a male servant who attended to a nobleman's personal needs, such as dressing and grooming.

Memory Aid & Mnemonic

Think of a 'valet' as a 'value-et'—someone who adds value to your time by parking your car so you don't have to.

Frequently Asked Questions About “valet

1. What is the meaning of “valet” in English?

In English, valet (noun) is defined as: “A person employed to park cars for customers at a hotel, restaurant, or other establishment.”.

2. How do you use “valet” in a sentence?

I handed my keys to the valet at the entrance of the hotel.

3. What are English synonyms of “valet”?

Common synonyms include:attendant,parking attendant,servant,groom

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “valet”?

Derived from the Old French 'valet' or 'varlet', meaning 'young man' or 'squire'. It shares a common root with 'vassal'. Historically, it referred to a male servant who attended to a nobleman's personal needs, such as dressing and grooming.