commissionaire
(British) A uniformed doorman.
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#1·Apr 27, 2026UK
(British) A uniformed doorman.
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#2·Apr 27, 2026UK
(legal) An undisclosed agent under European civil law.
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#3·Apr 27, 2026UK
One entrusted with a (small) commission, such as an errand; especially, an attendant or subordinate employee in a public office, hotel, etc.
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