The adjective menial comes from an Old French word, mensie, which means “household.”

What's the meaning of the word menial?

1 : of or relating to servants : lowly a menial worker. 2a : appropriate to a servant : humble, servile answered in menial tones menial household chores. b : lacking interest or dignity a menial task. Other Words from menial Synonyms & Antonyms More Example Sentences Learn More About menial.

Who is considered a menial?

Menial work is very boring, and the people who do it have a low status and are usually badly paid. ...low paid menial jobs, such as cleaning and domestic work.