1. a male servant, especially one who works in a household
Usage: somewhat archaic

Examples

• The wealthy family employed a manservant to attend to their daily needs.
• In Victorian times, a manservant would help gentlemen dress and maintain their clothing.
• The old mansion required several staff members, including a manservant and cook.
• He worked as a manservant for the ambassador’s household.
• The manservant polished the silver and prepared the dining room.
• Historical novels often feature loyal manservants devoted to their masters.