1. A male domestic servant employed to do housework and general duties in a household.
Usage: Often used in historical or colonial contexts; now considered dated or potentially offensive in some regions.

Examples

• The wealthy family hired a houseboy to help with cleaning and cooking.
• In colonial times, a houseboy was a common fixture in European households abroad.
• The houseboy was responsible for maintaining the grounds and serving meals.
• She trained the new houseboy on the household routines and expectations.