groundskeeper

noun

grounds·​keep·​er ˈgrau̇n(d)z-ˌkē-pər How to pronounce groundskeeper (audio)
: a person who cares for the grounds of a usually large property (such as a sports field)

Examples of groundskeeper in a Sentence

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However, Yankees groundskeepers will handle GMS’ maintenance. Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 6 Jan. 2025 The Rays’ scoreboard and game presentation teams will take on their usual roles at GMS Field, and groundskeepers from the Yankees will manage the park’s upkeep. Chris Kirschner, The Athletic, 9 Dec. 2024 Indy cemetery groundskeeper follows in dad's footsteps Sisters in need of a cool down open up an ice cream shop. The Indianapolis Star, 25 Nov. 2024 These include private households that employ domestic workers and groundskeepers; food service and drinking establishments; personal service providers such as beauticians, massage therapists, parking attendants and animal caretakers; and farms. Jefrey Canova and Ciaran Conneely, Austin American-Statesman, 23 Feb. 2024 See all Example Sentences for groundskeeper 

Word History

First Known Use

1903, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of groundskeeper was in 1903

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“Groundskeeper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/groundskeeper. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.

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