Waiter: alternatives and connections

One who acts, or takes part in any affair; a doer.

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One who does; one performs or executes; one who is wont and ready to act; an actor; an agent.

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One who, or that which, works; a laborer; a performer; as, a worker in brass.

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One that lurches or lies in wait; one who watches to pilfer, or to betray or entrap; a poacher.

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One who lurks.

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One who, or that which, skulks.

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A female waiter or attendant; a waiting maid or waiting woman.

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To furnish with strength or means for the successful performance of any action or the attainment of any object; to aid; to assist; as, to help a man…

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To furnish with strength or means for the successful performance of any action or the attainment of any object; to aid; to assist; as, to help a man…

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To watch; to observe; to take notice.

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To watch; to observe; to take notice.

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One who serves.

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