ˈ ̷ ̷ˌman, -mən, -ˌmaa(ə)n noun
( plural doormen )
1. : one that tends a door: as
a. : one that tends the door of a hotel, apartment house, or other building and assists people by calling taxis and helping in and out of cars — called also footman
b. : a theater barker or ticket taker
2. : one that solicits business for tobacco-warehouse auctions, arranges display space for patrons, and attempts to attract the goodwill of customers
3. Britain : a farrier's assistant