noun
housefather; dorm father; houseparent
Refers to a male supervisor or caretaker in a dormitory or boarding house, similar to a housemaster or resident advisor. The term is relatively specific and may not be widely used outside certain institutional contexts.
学生寮の寮父は、寮生の生活を支える大切な役割です。
The dorm father at the student dormitory plays an important role in supporting the residents' daily lives.