What is another word for factotum?

Pronunciation: [fˈaktɒtəm] (IPA)

Factotum is a word that means a person who performs many different tasks. Some synonyms for factotum include jack-of-all-trades, handyman, generalist, all-rounder, multi-tasker, troubleshooter, and utility player. A jack-of-all-trades is someone who is skilled in many different areas, while a handyman is someone who is skilled at fixing problems around the house. A generalist knows a little about many different topics, while an all-rounder is good at many different activities. A multi-tasker is someone who can handle multiple tasks at the same time, while a troubleshooter is someone who is good at finding solutions to problems. A utility player is someone who can play many different positions on a team.

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What are the hypernyms for Factotum?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Factotum?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.

Usage examples for Factotum

To this an exception must be made in favor of Mrs. Temple and of Delilah, the household factotum, who was no more afraid of General Temple than Mrs. Temple was.
"Throckmorton"
Molly Elliot Seawell
Mrs. Sherrard called up her factotum, a venerable negro woman, Delilah's double, and in ten minutes they were sitting around the table laughing and eating and drinking.
"Throckmorton"
Molly Elliot Seawell
The colored factotum had brought out a large yellow bowl, a big, flat, blue dish, and a rusty bottle.
"Throckmorton"
Molly Elliot Seawell

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