Busboy (Noun)
Meaning
A restaurant attendant who sets tables and assists waiters and clears away dirty dishes.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The new busboy was given a tour of the restaurant and shown how to properly set tables for the lunch service.
- It was the busboy's responsibility to refill the ice in the glasses and water pitchers before each meal.
- He watched as the busboy quickly cleared the table of dirty dishes and was replaced with a fresh tablecloth.
- As the busboy efficiently cleared away the dinner plates, he made sure not to disturb the remaining patrons.
- At the busy restaurant, the busboy struggled to keep up with the demand for clearing tables and refilling drinks.