Etymology
The word "custodian" comes from the Latin word "custos," which means "keeper" or "guardian."
Meaning
A custodian is someone who has the responsibility of caring for and protecting something. This could include a person, place, or thing. For example, a school custodian is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the school building. A museum custodian is responsible for the care and preservation of the artifacts in the museum.
Origin
The word "custos" is first used in English in the 16th century. It is derived from the Latin word "custos," which is itself derived from the Proto-Indo-European root "*keu-," meaning "to guard" or "to protect." This root is also the origin of the words "custody," "custom," and "condition."
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