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cus·to·di·an

custodian

 
pronunciation:
k sto di n
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: A custodian is someone who takes care of a building. A custodian is responsible for keeping the building clean and in good condition.
When a flying branch broke a window in the classroom, the teacher asked a student to get the custodian.
synonyms:
janitor
similar words:
super
definition 2: A custodian is a person who is responsible for taking care of someone or something.
Parents are usually the legal custodians of their children.
synonyms:
super
derivation: custodianship (n.)
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