noun

groundskeeper

groundskeeper, groundsman, caretaker

The groundskeeper is cutting the grass on the football pitch.

The groundskeeper is cutting the grass on the football field.

She works as a groundskeeper at the local park.

She works as a groundskeeper at the local park.

((a/the groundskeeper)) a person who maintains grounds A groundskeeper looks after the school's playing fields.

Synonyms: gardener, caretaker, groundsman

From 'grounds' (land) + 'keeper' (one who looks after something). Literally, a 'keeper of the grounds'.

Think of someone who 'keeps' the 'grounds' (the land) tidy and in good condition.

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