domestique
servant, domestic worker
noun adjective doh-mes-TEEK Rare
Origin: Latin domesticus 'of the household'
Also means
domestic (adjective)
Usage Note
Domestique as an adjective means 'household' or 'tame' (animaux domestiques = 'domestic animals'). As a noun it historically meant a servant; today it is somewhat old-fashioned, replaced by employé de maison. In cycling, a domestique is a team rider who supports the leader — the term is used this way even in English.
Examples
"Les animaux domestiques ont besoin de soins réguliers."
Natural Translation
Domestic animals need regular care.
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