portiere
Example Sentences
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Meantime, the prince retrieved his priceless paintings and handmade clothes from the portiere, or janitor, who had helpfully hidden them when the inspector called.
From Time Magazine Archive
He thought he saw Cathy’s door close very silently, but perhaps the leaping candlelight had fooled his eyes, for a portiere seemed to move too.
From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck
The portiere, the guards, the corridors, and approaches to the staircases monopolize this space.
From Italy, the Magic Land by Whiting, Lilian
Lind bowed acquiescence; and the stranger passed again through the portiere and disappeared.
From Sunrise by Black, William
A portiere prevented anything being seen in the chamber beyond.
From Sunrise by Black, William
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