noun
super
a person responsible for day-to-day supervision, especially of a building
The tenant calls the super about the broken radiator.
Etymology
Super is a shortening of superintendent. It identifies the person charged with overseeing day-to-day operations, especially in a residential building.
More examples
- The super replaced the hallway bulb.
- Several supers attended the building-maintenance meeting.
- She left a note for the super.
Forms
super · supers
Similar words
- superintendent
- The full formal job title.
- caretaker
- Someone responsible for practical upkeep, with duties varying by building.