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Meaning of the word attendant in English

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attendant

US /əˈten.dənt/
UK /əˈten.dənt/
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Noun

1.

a person who attends another as a servant, guard, or companion

Example:
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The flight attendant served drinks to the passengers.
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A museum attendant guided us through the exhibition.
Synonym:
usherstewardaideescortcaretaker

Adjective

1.

present; accompanying

Example:
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The fever and cough were attendant symptoms of the flu.
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The risks attendant on such a venture are considerable.
Synonym:
accompanyingassociatedrelatedconcomitantincidental
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