Cellager

/ˈseləʤə(r)/ noun

Definition

A person in charge of a cellar, especially in a college, monastery, or large household.

Etymology

From Old French celier, from Latin cellarium (storeroom). The suffix -er indicates a person who performs a particular role or duty.

Kelly Says

A cellager was basically the manager of the wine and food supply—in medieval monasteries and colleges, this was actually a really important job with a lot of responsibility!

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Gender History

Historically male-dominated cellar management role; feminine form 'cellaress' created to accommodate women, but primary term remained masculine-default.

Inclusive Usage

Use 'cellar manager' or 'cellar keeper' to avoid gendered occupation terminology.

Inclusive Alternatives

["cellar manager","cellar keeper","cellar attendant"]

Empowerment Note

Women cellagers existed historically but were often recorded under masculine titles or as subordinates to male cellagers despite equal skill.

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