someone who manages property or other affairs for someone else
"As a family steward, he carefully managed their vast estate and handled all financial investments on behalf of the heirs."
the ship's officer who is in charge of provisions and dining arrangements
"After noticing the quality of our breakfast had dropped, I asked to speak directly with the steward about improving the menu."
an attendant on an airplane
"The steward apologized for the delay and offered me a complimentary drink while we waited in the cabin."
a union member who is elected to represent fellow workers in negotiating with management
"After years on the shop floor, Maria was finally elected as the steward to lead our negotiations for better benefits."
A person who manages the property or affairs for another entity
"As the new steward, Marcus is responsible for managing all of the estate's finances and overseeing its daily operations on behalf of the distant heirs."
To act as the steward or caretaker of (something)
"After years of serving his community, he felt a deep responsibility to act as the steward of the local park's future."
An English surname, from occupations, a variant of Stewart.