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concierge

1 of 1noun
/ˈkɑnsiˌɛrʒ/
Forms:concierges
1

a person, often living on-site, responsible for the management and care of a building or block of flats, particularly in France

  • The concierge of the apartment building greeted residents every morning.
  • In Paris, a concierge often handles mail and minor repairs for tenants.
  • The building's concierge ensured that deliveries were properly received.
  • Residents relied on the concierge for keys and access to common areas.
  • The concierge lives in the basement apartment and manages the building.
2

a hotel employee who assists guests by arranging services such as reservations, tours, tickets, or recommendations

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  • The hotel concierge booked our city tour and theatre tickets.
  • She asked the concierge for restaurant recommendations.
  • A good concierge can make a guest's stay much more enjoyable.
  • The concierge arranged a last-minute car rental for us.
  • Guests rely on the concierge for insider tips about the city.