Etymology

intendant

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Today it means: The administrator of an opera house or theater. Full definition →

French intendant
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  1. French · derived fromintendant
  2. English todayintendant

Originally and usually from French intendant, but translating Spanish or Chinese equivalents in some contexts.

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