noun
- Plural of houseperson; people employed to manage household affairs, perform domestic duties, or maintain a residence.
Usage: Gender-neutral alternative to 'houseman' or 'housewoman'; Often used in institutional or formal domestic service contexts
Examples
- The hotel employed several housepersons to maintain the guest rooms and common areas.
- The estate hired experienced housepersons to manage the large property.
- Housepersons are responsible for cleaning, laundry, and general household maintenance.
- The university dormitory employed housepersons to keep the residence halls clean and organized.