curator
Translation
curator
Examples
The museum curator gave us a tour.
The museum curator gave us a tour.
She is the curator of the new art exhibition.
She is the curator of the new art exhibition.
Grammar Patterns
((a curator)) ((of sth.)) a person in charge of a museum or exhibition The curator of the museum is very knowledgeable.
Similar Words
Synonyms: keeper, custodian, conservator
Etymology
From the Latin word 'curare', which means 'to take care of'. A curator 'cares for' the items in a museum or gallery.
Memory Tips
A curator takes 'care' of a collection. The words 'curator' and 'care' are related through their Latin root.