Pronunciation

/stjuːˈɛə(r)/

Definitions

• Noun: A person who supervises passengers on an aircraft, train, or ship; or a person in charge of a section or department, especially in a hotel or restaurant. [1]
• Verb: To act as a steward or supervisor, ensuring the comfort and well-being of passengers or guests. [2]

Phrases

• “Stewardess” (female steward)
• “Steward aboard” to indicate a steward’s role on a vehicle or vessel
• “Steward service” refers to the duties provided by stewards

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The flight attendant, also known as the steward, helped passengers with their luggage.”
• Verb: “The steward made sure all passengers were seated comfortably before takeoff.”
• Phrasal: “The hotel staff, including the front desk clerk and the restaurant steward, went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable.”

Synonyms

• Air hostess (female steward on an airplane)
• Cabin crew member
• Hotel porter
• Waiter/waitress (in a restaurant context)
• Supervisor (in a general supervision role)

References

1. Oxford Languages. (n.d.). Steward. https://en.oxfordlanguages.com/[dictionary](/post/dictionary/)/english/[steward](/post/steward/)
2. Cambridge Dictionary. (n.d.). Steward. https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/steward