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steward

1 of 1noun
/stuɜrd/
Forms:stewards
1

a person who attends to passengers on an airplane, train, or ship

2

a person who manages and oversees the property, finances, or affairs of another person or organization

  • The steward meticulously managed the estate's finances and ensured all expenses were accounted for.
  • As the steward of the trust fund, she was responsible for making prudent investment decisions.
  • The company hired a steward to oversee the maintenance and operations of their office buildings.
  • The steward ensured that the property was well-maintained and the tenants' needs were met.
  • During his tenure as steward, he implemented several improvements to increase the property's value.
3

a union member who is elected to represent fellow workers in negotiating with management

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4

one having charge of buildings or grounds or animals

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5

the ship's officer who is in charge of provisions and dining arrangements

6

a person who is responsible for the care, management, or protection of something

  • As a steward of the environment, she ensures the protection of natural resources.
  • The team proved to be effective stewards in the development of new technologies.
  • The company prides itself on being a good steward of its community.
  • The community sees itself as a steward in the upkeep of local parks.
  • The group became known as stewards in the effort to clean up the oceans.