groundkeeper

[ ground-kee-per ]

noun

1. groundskeeper.

Word History and Origins

Origin of groundkeeper¹

First recorded in 1875–80; ground ¹ + keeper

Example Sentences

“It’s a bit of an homage to the groundkeeper, this collection,” Murray said.

From Golf Digest

Rapper Rick Ross and his bodyguard are entangled in a case authorities say involves kidnapping, aggravated assault and aggravated battery in connection to Ross’ home groundkeepers.

From Los Angeles Times

Spacesuit uniforms for the groundkeepers as they prepare the diamond for the first game in the Astrodome, Houston, Texas, April 12, 1965.

From The Guardian

I caught sight of the quaking groundkeeper animatronic from the corner of my eye and startled.

From Project Gutenberg